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AC Milan have held initial discussions with Lorenzo Lucca’s camp regarding a potential move, but it will not be a straightforward one.
The future of Lucca is a hot topic at Napoli. The striker was acquired from Udinese in the summer on loan with an obligation to buy, but he has not really hit the ground running. The return of Romelu Lukaku after a long injury lay-off threatens to further reduce his minutes.
Milan to the rescue?
This is why there has been talk in recent days of Milan’s interest in signing the Italian. As Corriere dello Sport (via MilanPress) reports, the most important aspect is the formula behind his recent transfer to Napoli.
Lucca, as mentioned, joined the Serie A champions on a paid loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. If Napoli decide to send him out on loan in January after reaching an agreement with another club, they would have to bring forward the striker’s permanent purchase, which is €26m.
There’s another issue too: the striker’s desire to stay and continue to prove his worth in Naples. Napoli have discussed Lucca with Milan, but for now the situation remains on hold pending any developments.
Discussions are underway with all parties involved, but it seems as though Santiago Gimenez’s departure is also a pre-requisite. So, Milan might have to turn elsewhere.
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