A new right-back could arrive at AC Milan shortly, with an update arriving about the situation of Zachary Athekame.
With the midfield complete, the work turns to other areas. Milan need a new striker and another right-back. Both have seen issues so far, but they should be overcome as the window reaches its climax. Nevertheless, the aim is to get deals done sooner.
According to reports, a move for Athekame is in the ‘final stages’ with an €8 million bid tabled by the Rossoneri. However, it seems that it may not be enough. Gianluca Di Marzio has reported this morning that further discussions are planned today.
There are no intentions of spending more than €10m on the defender, but the current offer is seemingly not enough to satisfy Young Boys. Considering Fabrizio Romano suggested a middle ground was going to be found, it is understandable why this is not amusing the Diavolo.
However, like in the Ardon Jashari saga, the Swiss club have raised the price, due to other interested parties getting involved. So, the right-back plans to start requesting a move, as Matteo Moretto reported for Romano on YouTube, which MilanNews relayed.
“Athekame has officially asked to be transferred to Milan, and he has asked Young Boys to be released. The full-back wants to go to Milan. We will see what happens in the next few hours, but sources within the negotiation tell us that today, Friday, 8 August, the OK from the Swiss club should arrive.”
