CorSera: Milan risk Donnarumma repeat with Maignan as agent agenda surfaces

AC Milan captain Mike Maignan’s contract renewal is becoming increasingly complicated, and he is currently destined to leave for free.

Despite recent reports suggesting an opening regarding a renewal on the goalkeeper’s part, the January window is near. From next month, the Frenchman will be free to sign a pre-contract with a club abroad.

Donnarumma part two

According to Corriere della Sera (via Radio Rossonera), the chances of another Gianluigi Donnarumma situation are high. He departed back in the summer of 2021, joining Paris Saint-Germain on a free, while Milan had already lined up his replacement, which was Maignan.

That’s why the management are already looking around to avoid being caught off guard. Zion Suzuki from Parma, Elia Caprile from Cagliari, Noah Atubolu from Freiburg, and Hugo from Corinthians are the hottest candidates. Lorenzo Torriani is an internal option, one that Massimiliano Allegri likes.

Maignan replacements Suzuki Atubolu Photos by Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images + Alexander Hassenstein + /Getty Images

Even though discussions have resumed with Maignan, the matter remains complicated. This is also because the agents are pushing for the Premier League, where their client could earn a top salary, much higher than the €5m net per year offered by the Diavolo.

Compared to a few months ago, the player is more relaxed but also more engaged. Beyond the terrible night in the Supercoppa in Riyadh, the effects are also visible on the pitch and his coach Filippi found the right connection.

In the summer, Milan convinced him to say no to Chelsea. His team-mates are also trying to push him to stay, some even via social media like Matteo Gabbia. Sporting director Tare will try until the very end, knowing full well that it will be very tough.