Milan target Spinazzola: an experienced reinforcement for the left flank
According to Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli, AC Milan have already made contact with the representatives of Leonardo Spinazzola, the Napoli left-back whose contract expires on 30 June 2026. The Rossoneri have reportedly proposed a two-year contract to the 33-year-old, who is highly unlikely to extend his stay with Antonio Conte‘s side and is set to leave as a free agent.
Why Spinazzola could be the perfect fit for Allegri
The rumour aligns with Massimiliano Allegri‘s explicit request for a new option on the left wing. Spinazzola offers remarkable tactical versatility: primarily a left-sided player, he has shown throughout his career that he can operate both as a full-back in a four-man defence and as a wing-back in a 3-5-2, making him a natural fit for either system the manager is currently considering.
At 33, the Rome-born defender brings vast experience, having played for Atalanta, Juventus and Roma before joining Napoli. He was also part of the most recent Italian national team squad under Gennaro Gattuso — an indirect link to the Rossoneri world that adds an extra layer of intrigue to the deal.
Spinazzola’s 2025-2026 season in numbers
This campaign has seen Spinazzola return to strong form and, crucially, maintain physical consistency — historically his Achilles’ heel. The numbers speak for themselves:
- 27 appearances in Serie A
- 6 appearances in the Champions League
- 2 appearances in the Coppa Italia
- 2 appearances in the Supercoppa
- 3 goals and 4 assists across all competitions
A total of 37 matches played — a testament to a finally injury-free season for a player who has often been hampered by muscular problems in the past.
Squad impact: Estupiñán on the way out, an all-Italian left flank?
Spinazzola’s potential arrival could have a direct impact on squad composition. Estupiñán, currently on the books, could be moved on, paving the way for an all-Italian left-sided pairing: the promising Davide Bartesaghi, a youth academy product on the rise, alongside the experienced Spinazzola, whose know-how could prove invaluable in the youngster’s development.
The setup would echo Milan’s previous approach on the right flank, where Alessandro Florenzi and Davide Calabria shared duties — the veteran mentoring the younger player in a healthy rotation.
The biggest selling point of the deal remains the formula: a free transfer. In an increasingly cost-conscious market, signing a player of Spinazzola’s experience and quality at no transfer fee would be a shrewd and functional move for Allegri’s Milan.
