Moretto: Milan ‘very close’ to signing Athekame – when a deal could be finalised

There has been a lot of movement this summer by AC Milan. However, the key moves could be in the next few weeks. 

It has been a good summer for Milan already. They have made progress on the team and there is room to continue that. However, there is still a need to finish the project for Massimiliano Allegri’s team.

He has, as reports say, a 70% complete team so far. So, work needs to be done with time running out. Though it seems like more can be done shortly.

🧩 #ACMilan's squad is 70% complete according to @SkySport, with three gaps to fill.

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— SempreMilan (@SempreMilanCom) August 2, 2025

Another step

According to reports, the Rossoneri have quickly stepped up their interest in Zachary Athekame, and after a first bid on Friday, another could arrive shortly. Fabrizio Romano stated that the clubs hope to find a ‘middle ground’ and it could be done soon.

News has also arrived from one of his colleagues this afternoon. Matteo Moretto (via Milan Matters) writes that the right-back is ‘very close’, and there is a wish to complete a deal as early as Tuesday this week. Should this be done, you would imagine he would be able to play against Leeds and/or Chelsea this weekend.

Considering the situations elsewhere, being active and closing a deal so quickly can only be a good thing.