AC Milan’s Transfer Window Is Far From Over: Attacking Midfielder Next on the Agenda After Gila and Ramos
With Mario Gila and Gonzalo Ramos now secured, Milan have addressed the two most urgent gaps in the squad — central defender and centre-forward — but the summer window has barely started. The Rossoneri already have a clear picture of where to invest next, and the upcoming transfer targets look equally ambitious.
The Attacking Midfielder: Amorim’s Next Priority
The attacking midfielder position is the next puzzle to solve. In Rubén Amorim‘s preferred 3-4-2-1 system, that area of the pitch is crucial: two attacking midfielders behind the striker require a squad with at least four high-level profiles to ensure proper rotation and the necessary squad depth.
Right now, Milan have Christopher Nkunku and Christian Pulisic in those roles, but both offer limited guarantees. The American, in particular, endured a very difficult season physically: recurring injuries, underwhelming performances, and most recently a double injury at the World Cup — ankle and knee in the same action — that raised serious doubts about his fitness reliability. Read the article on Pulisic’s double injury at the World Cup.
Among the names being tracked to strengthen the attacking midfield are profiles such as Özün and Abegović, alongside other targets already under detailed assessment by the technical staff and the club’s management.
Another Central Defender Could Also Arrive
It’s not just the attacking midfield: Milan may also reinforce the defensive line again. Despite Mario Gila’s arrival already representing a significant upgrade at centre-back, there is talk of an additional profile for that position — especially if the market should produce any departures in that area. Defence remains a sector the new manager wants to build a solid foundation upon, as further evidenced by the interest that had already emerged in recent months for Benfica’s Antonio Silva.
Modrić Stays: Official Confirmation Expected Soon
Good news on the retention front: Luka Modrić is expected to continue his Milan experience in the upcoming season. The latest indications confirm the Croatian midfielder’s desire to remain at the club, and an official announcement — possibly directly from the player himself via his social media channels — could come within the next few hours or days. His experience and technical quality remain a precious asset for the Amorim project.
Expected Departures: Bennacer, Bondo and Fofana on Their Way Out
Milan’s outgoing transfer activity is set to be equally busy. As already reported, Ismaël Bennacer is very close to a contract termination, with Qatar as his next destination. After him, the departures of Warren Bondo and Youssouf Fofana are also expected, both considered outside Amorim’s plans. Trimming the squad is a priority — not just to free up financial resources, but to build a tight, motivated group around the new manager’s ideas.
Monday’s First Training Session: Amorim Meets His Squad
On the sporting side, Monday brings the first official pre-season session of the year at Milanello. The schedule includes a closed-door morning training session, with supporters at most able to catch a glimpse of the players arriving at the training ground. In the afternoon, around 5–6pm, a session on the outer pitch is scheduled, as is traditional on the first day of pre-season. Rubén Amorim has already had a taste of the Milanello atmosphere in recent days, taking a tour of the training facility alongside owner Gerry Cardinale — a sign of an already solid bond and a shared vision for the club’s future.
AC Milan is in full construction mode, with enthusiasm, resources and a clear direction. The summer of 2026 looks set to be one of the most exciting in recent memory for Rossoneri supporters.
