Tuttosport: Milan not giving up on January deal for Juventus man – the situation

AC Milan remain in the market for another central defender between now and the end of the window, with Federico Gatti’s name still on the list.

According to today’s edition of Tuttosport (via MN24), the Milan management are closely monitoring Gatti’s situation after their attempts to try and negotiate with Juventus earlier in the winter transfer window.

Igli Tare is the one leading the attempts to give Massimiliano Allegri a new centre-back. Shortly before the league match against Lecce, Tare spoke to DAZN and left the door open.

“There’s no point repeating myself. We’ll be vigilant: if an opportunity arises that can really help us, we’ll be ready. Otherwise, the current squad offers us guarantees,” he said.

Allegri’s wish

The coach would welcome a significant addition to the rearguard, having used a three-man defence which has been stretched in recent weeks because of injuries. Allegri knows Gatti well having previously coached him at Juve.

The deal remains difficult but not impossible. For the Rossoneri to pull off the move, several financial factors must come together, especially those related to the transfer fee.

Juventus do not seem inclined to give any kind of discount to help a rival, but the Rossoneri could try a loan deal with an option or obligation to buy under certain conditions.

In this scenario, Tare will be crucial in balancing Juventus’ demands with the Rossoneri’s budgetary restrictions. In the meantime, other avenues will also be kept open.