Santiago Giménez Will Stay at AC Milan After Transfer Rumors

Santiago Giménez’s agent has confirmed that the Mexican striker will remain with AC Milan. This ends speculation about a potential move before the summer transfer window closes.

WHAT HAPPENED?

There were strong rumors this summer that Santiago Giménez might leave AC Milan because the club looked at other strikers, like Artem Dovbyk from AS Roma. Reports said there might be a swap deal involving Giménez, especially after Milan signed Christopher Nkunku to improve their attack. However, those rumors are now denied. Giménez’s agent Rafaela Pimenta said he will stay at AC Milan and focus on helping the team this season. AS Roma’s sporting director also said a swap deal was never seriously discussed, putting an end to the rumors about Giménez leaving as confirmed by reports.

WHY THIS MATTERS FOR MILAN AND GIMÉNEZ

Giménez staying brings clarity to AC Milan’s forward line. The club signed Giménez in February 2025 for €32 million. They currently face an attacking shortage, with only Christian Pulisic and Samuele Chukwueze as other healthy forwards. Giménez made a quick impact after he arrived, scoring in his Serie A and Champions League debuts. He even broke the record for goals by a Mexican in one Champions League season. Although there was some recent criticism, including a missed chance against Cremonese, Giménez is still central to Milan’s plans. AC Milan is competing for a top-four finish in Serie A as they aim to maintain their position. They sit middle in the table, with three points from two matches.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR GIMÉNEZ AND AC MILAN?

With the transfer window closing and Giménez staying, focus shifts to the upcoming match against Bologna after the international break. Milan needs points to stay in the Champions League positions. Bologna, another European contender, has been tough for top teams this season. Milan will depend on Giménez to lead the attack and prove his critics wrong by scoring goals.