MP: Milan plot talks with Maignan – what he wants to extend his contract

One of the issues that the AC Milan management must soon tackle is the expiration of Mike Maignan’s contract, but he wants some guarantees.

It is natural to expect that Milan will wait until after the transfer window closes in order to resume talks over the extension of Maignan. However, they will have to approach things in the right way amid the reports of the Frenchman being left ‘angry’ earlier in the year by how things went.

The Maignan mission

As MilanPress report, the directors are looking to the future, and a delicate issue is emerging within the headquarters: the fact that Maignan has less than a year left on his current deal.

The goalkeeper is a cornerstone of the team, a leader in the dressing room, and undoubtedly among the best in the world in his position. For this very reason, his contractual situation deserves close attention.

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In recent weeks, the goalkeeper has built a good rapport with Massimiliano Allegri’s new goalkeeping coach, an important sign after a summer of changes. The understanding between the staff and the player represents a positive first step, but it’s not enough to talk about a renewal being close.

The truth is that much will depend on how the season goes. Maignan wants to feel at the centre of a winning project, and the club for their part will have to demonstrate it can guarantee ambitious and consistent results.

Qualification for the Champions League and a competitive run for the Scudetto will be crucial factors in convincing the former Lille player to commit to the Rossoneri for the long term.