Mattia Liberali’s Return: Amorim Puts His Name on the Line
A beautiful and romantic story is unfolding around AC Milan and a young, entirely Italian talent: Mattia Liberali. The attacking midfielder, born in 2007 and just 19 years old, could return to wear the Rossoneri shirt thanks to the strong desire of new manager Rúben Amorim, who has launched an intense pursuit over the past few weeks.
According to sources close to the transfer market, Amorim has been contacting Liberali multiple times a day, involving his agents as well. This persistent effort speaks volumes about the Portuguese coach’s technical interest in the young playmaker, who is already a regular in Italy’s youth national teams, proudly wearing the number 10 shirt.
Liberali’s History with AC Milan: A Separation Never Fully Accepted
Mattia Liberali had already won over the Rossoneri fans after making his Serie A debut for the club. A boy born and raised in Milan’s youth academy, technically gifted, who nevertheless experienced a turbulent internal management period during the year under coaches Fonseca and Conceiçao. The Tare-Furlani leadership duo had then decided to let him join Catanzaro virtually for free, with Milan retaining a 50% buy-back clause at a fixed price of €6 million.
A separation that surprised many fans, driven more by internal dynamics than by purely technical evaluations. Now, however, the wind appears to have shifted — and the one blowing it is Amorim, who has identified the young trequartista as a key piece for his 3-4-2-1 system.
What Is Amorim Offering Liberali?
The Portuguese manager is reportedly offering the player a key role in the attacking midfield behind the striker — the exact position where Liberali can best express his creativity and flair. A clear project, with concrete guarantees of playing time: precisely what the youngster never had during his first stint at the club.
On the financial side, the deal looks manageable: Milan would exercise the buy-back clause on 50% of the player’s registration, paying Catanzaro around €3 million. A modest investment for a talent who has just completed a solid season in Serie B.
The news has been verified and confirmed: contacts between Amorim, Liberali and his entourage are real and concrete.
Como’s Competition: Fàbregas Plays the Champions League Card
The road back, however, is not without obstacles. Como, managed by Cesc Fàbregas, have also expressed strong interest in the player, and will compete in the Champions League next season. A far from negligible option for a 19-year-old looking to grow and compete at the highest level: Como offer continuity, a quality manager and the biggest stage in European football.
The final decision, therefore, rests entirely with Liberali. Two different scenarios, both compelling: return home, embrace the Rossoneri colours and build a project with Amorim, or choose Como to make his Champions League debut at just 19 years of age. According to the latest reports, everything could be decided by the end of this week.
A Move That Would Benefit AC Milan and Italian Football
Should Amorim succeed in convincing Liberali, Milan would have brilliantly resolved the trequartista question with a young, Italian, low-cost profile who already knows the environment. Beyond that, it would send a powerful message to the fanbase, showing the club’s ability to develop and reclaim talents from its own youth academy. It would be a feel-good story for Italian football — proof that certain mistakes can be corrected when the right will is in place.
Milan is also working with Catanzaro, with whom relations are solid, to stay ahead of Como’s interest. Amorim is already busy shaping his squad, and Liberali could be one of the first signings of the Portuguese era. The ball, quite literally, is now at Mattia’s feet.
