AC Milan Pushes for Manuel Akanji as Defensive Reinforcements Become Priority

AC Milan is talking to Manchester City to sign Manuel Akanji. The club wants to improve after starting the Serie A season badly. The deal depends on the player’s decision. Both clubs seem positive in their discussions. According to a previous report, AC Milan are interested in signing Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AC Milan contacted Manchester City to discuss transferring Manuel Akanji. Milan needs a better defense after losing 2-1 to Cremonese in their first Serie A game. As reported, AC Milan are looking for players to help their midfield following a poor loss against Cremonese. Manager Massimiliano Allegri wants to rebuild the team. Akanji is a top target. He is open to moving to Milan, but his salary and final terms need agreement. Akanji’s contract with City ends in June 2027, but he is not in favor. He was not even on the bench for recent matches. Milan is also interested in Jakub Kiwior, but FC Porto is leading for the Polish defender.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Milan’s defense was weak in the loss to Cremonese. They are acting fast to fix it. New player Koni De Winter did not perform well. Milan’s search for a striker is the focus this summer, but good defense is also important. Akanji, 30, is one of three defenders Milan wants. Last season, he played 27 games for Manchester City, scoring once and providing two assists. Milan finished eighth in Serie A last year and wants to close the gap on Inter, Napoli and Juventus. City, the Premier League champions, have enough central defenders, so they are ready to sell Akanji. An earlier report indicated that Manuel Akanji’s future is uncertain as Galatasaray and Bayer Leverkusen want to sign him.

WHAT’S NEXT?

The transfer window closes soon, so AC Milan must act quickly to sign Akanji. The club plays Lecce next. They are mid-table after a loss in their first game and will want to turn the tide as soon as possible in Serie A, needing points after an early setback. Lecce is just above them having drawn their opener after struggling against potential relegation last season. Fans hope new signings will help the team climb the standings. Meanwhile, Manchester City continues their Premier League campaign and is second, just behind Arsenal. If Akanji moves to Milan, he may join before the next home game, helping Allegri in defense as the Serie A season goes on.