Yunus Musah Seals Move To Atalanta In Late Summer Twist

Yunus Musah is moving to Atalanta from AC Milan on loan. Both clubs agreed on a deal worth up to €25 million. Musah will first extend his Milan contract, keeping his future open.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AC Milan has agreed with Atalanta to let Yunus Musah leave. The deal is a paid loan with an option to buy, totaling €25 million. Musah will first sign a new Milan contract. Then he will move to Atalanta for the season, but Atalanta doesn’t have to buy him. Final details will be completed soon, just before the transfer window closes. Musah played in Milan’s recent match against Lecce and helped win an Italian Super Cup last year after joining Milan in August 2023.

SERIE A FORM AND TEAM CONTEXT

AC Milan started the Serie A season with a win over Lecce after losing the opener to Cremonese and wants to return to the UEFA Champions League. Milan currently sit mid-table in the Serie A table with 3 points from their first two games, trailing other title contenders by three points. Atalanta began with a 1-1 draw against Pisa and drew again at Parma is now in the lower half. Both teams have top-four goals. Musah made 32 league appearances for Milan last season, gave 2 assists, and showed his midfield versatility. His style, energy, and ball-carrying will help Atalanta, who finished third last year and have European games this season.

WHAT NEXT FOR MUSAH AND THE CLUBS?

Musah will join Atalanta this week and could play against Lecce in Serie A. Atalanta wants to move closer to the top six and will rely on Musah to boost their squad. Milan’s next game is against Bologna, who finished one spot below them last year, making it an important early test. If Musah performs well, Atalanta might buy him next summer. Milan may then look for new players, with reports linking them to Adrien Rabiot to strengthen the midfield after Musah leaves. Both clubs are preparing for a busy season at home and in Europe.