CM: Saudi side want to partner Fofana with Kessie – bid over €25m expected

Intermediaries have been in touch with AC Milan to let them know that a big offer is coming from Al-Ahli for Youssouf Fofana.

According to Calciomercato.com, the Saudi Pro League side want a high-level midfielder and – after having received the rejections of Manuel Locatelli and Denis Zakaria – they are trying for Fofana.

After raking in more than €200m in sales, Milan are working to complete Massimiliano Allegri’s team. The idea is to keep the 22 players currently in the squad, but the possibility of a big bid from the Middle East is one to pay attention to.

After trying for Locatelli and Zakaria, it is Al-Ahli that are targeting the French midfielder Fofana. As a reminder, he arrived from Monaco just 12 months ago for €20m plus €5m in bonuses after a long negotiation.

According to the report, several intermediaries have contacted AC Milan, promising that Al-Ahli will make an offer for Fofana. This offer is expected to exceed €25m, matching the fee offered to Monaco for Zakaria.

However, the former Juventus man turned down their approach, preferring to remain in France to play for Monaco. Al-Ahli are the reigning Asian champions, and are looking for a midfielder to partner with Franck Kessié, the former Milan star.