Longo: ‘Very difficult path’ – Milan attempt Bennacer-Fabbian swap with Bologna

AC Milan want a new midfielder in the last few days of the window, and a new idea has emerged, per reports today.

Ismael Bennacer’s situation is very difficult. The Algerian costs Milan around €9 million per season, and Massimiliano Allegri sees no use for him in the squad. Unfortunately, he cannot be demoted to the Futuro side either.

So, the Rossoneri are left with an expensive anchor, one that they ‘need’ to get rid of this summer. However, it is proving to be a difficult task so far, largely due to his wages providing a hurdle, as well as the fee being sought.

Bennacer for Fabbian?

Nevertheless, a new idea could provide a way out for the midfielder. Bologna are the latest party to become interested in the Algerian, and the Diavolo have an interest of their own, Giovanni Fabbian.

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So, Daniele Longo reports that the midfielder has been offered to the Rossoblu, in exchange for Fabbian, on ‘equal terms’. However, it is acknowledged that this is a difficult situation to sort out, given his high salary.

Bologna deem his €4 million wage too high, and they will not agree to a deal unless it is lowered. In other words, another difficult problem to solve.