Romano: ‘Here we go’ – Milan agree €3m deal for Independiente Medellín star

Out of nowhere, AC Milan have wrapped up a signing ahead of the January transfer window, according to reports.

Going into Thursday, we had not written a single article regarding links with Juan David Arizala, nor will many Milanisti have heard his name before. However, in the build-up to the Coppa Italia last-16 tie against Lazio, it has emerged that a deal has already been wrapped up for the winter window.

Earlier today, Matteo Moretto revealed in a YouTube video that Milan were closing in on a deal to sign Arizala, who recently starred at the U20 World Cup for Colombia in their third-placed finish. Now, things have gone a step further.

Arizala to Milan: Here we go!

Now, Fabrizio Romano has written the following on X: “Juan Arizala to AC Milan, here we go! Deal in place for 20 year old full-back to join Milan from Deportivo Independiente Medellin.

“€3m fee plus sell-on clause for one of the record sales in Colombian league history. Proposals from UK/Belgium rejected to join Milan.”

The 20-year-old has made 26 appearances for the Deportivo Independiente Medellín senior side, with two goals and one assist to his name. He can play on both flanks as a full-back, wing-back or even as a winger if needed.