Reports from Italy suggest that Aston Villa has expressed interest in acquiring AC Milan`s winger Alexis Saelemaekers. However, the Rossoneri are not eager to part ways with the Belgian player and will only consider selling if they receive a substantial offer.
Italian media outlet Tuttosport reports that while the Premier League club is pushing for a transfer, Saelemaekers prefers to remain in Italy. AC Milan`s new head coach, Massimiliano Allegri, is a fan of the player and wants to keep him in the squad. However, the club might reconsider their stance if an offer between €20-25 million is presented.
Milan`s Strategy: Contract Extension to Ward Off Suitors
In response to the interest from Aston Villa and other potential suitors, AC Milan is planning to offer Saelemaekers a contract renewal. The club aims to discourage interested parties and secure the player`s long-term future with the Rossoneri. Reports indicate that once the transfer window closes, the Belgian winger could be offered a new contract lasting until 2029 or even 2030.
Saelemaekers spent the previous season on loan at Roma, who reportedly expressed interest in retaining him. However, he returned to Milan, and now, faced with renewed interest in the winger, the contract extension has become a priority for the club`s management.
As the transfer saga unfolds, it remains to be seen whether Aston Villa will increase their efforts to sign Saelemaekers or if AC Milan will successfully retain the player with a lucrative contract extension. The coming weeks will likely provide more clarity on the Belgian winger`s future.