AC Milan Agree Deal for Conrad Harder With Sporting, Rennes Still in the Race

AC Milan have agreed on a transfer fee with Sporting CP for Danish striker Conrad Harder. However, there are still talks as Rennes try to convince the player to join them instead.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After moving on from Victor Boniface, who failed his medical test, AC Milan focused on signing Conrad Harder from Sporting CP. Milan and Sporting have now reached an agreement for the transfer: Milan will pay a fixed fee of €24 million, but the deal will rise to €27 million including €3 million in add-ons, with Sporting securing a 10% sell-on clause on any future profit for Harder. Harder’s agent was seen at Casa Milan as negotiations accelerated over the weekend. Now, they need to get the player’s approval as the last step. Rennes are also pushing to sign Harder after speaking to his representatives in recent days.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

AC Milan want to strengthen their attack after a poor start to the Serie A season. Last weekend, Milan failed to beat Cremonese, and they are now in the bottom half on the Serie A table after the opening game. Sporting CP, on the other hand, are leading the Primeira Liga table after three matches with nine points, showing strong form at the start of the season. Harder impressed in Portugal last season as he scored 16 goals and provided seven assists in 34 league appearances, making him a sought-after player this summer. Rennes, who finished eighth in Ligue 1 last season but have started this campaign with one win in two games games, are also searching for attacking reinforcements and remain firmly in the race.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Both Milan and Rennes are in direct contact with Harder’s camp, aiming to persuade the striker to join them before the transfer window closes. Milan’s next match is at home against Lecce on Sunday, with both sides level on points and aiming to improve their results. Sporting ost Porto, who are level on points in the Primeira Liga table. Where Harder chooses to go will shape and shake up both clubs’ attacking desires in the upcoming season. Milan hope to finalize personal terms this week and have Harder available for the next crucial fixtures as they chase a place at the top of Serie A.