Theo Hernández Faces Big Decision as Al Hilal and AC Milan Move Forward in Transfer Talks

Talks between Al Hilal and AC Milan for the transfer of Theo Hernández are progressing, but the French left-back hasn’t yet agreed to move to Saudi Arabia. His decision will decide if the deal happens soon.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Al Hilal and AC Milan have been negotiating for Theo Hernández since last week. Milan has accepted a €30 million offer, and Al Hilal has offered a big contract through 2028. The salary is up to four times what Hernández makes now. But the move is on hold because Hernández hasn’t agreed to join the Saudi Pro League. He might decide in the next 48 hours. Milan has shown they’re willing to sell after a tough season for both the player and the club.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Hernández has played 49 matches for Milan this season, scoring 5 goals and providing 6 assists. He has played well but this season has been hard for Hernández and the Rossoneri. AC Milan finished eighth in Serie A and didn’t qualify for the Champions League. There are also questions about Hernández’s discipline and leadership, especially after a red card in a Champions League game that led to Milan exiting the tournament early. Al Hilal is signing top players and is attracting stars to the Saudi Pro League.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Theo Hernández is expected to decide soon. If he moves, Milan will lose a key player before a season where they want to rebuild and get back to the top four. Al Hilal would gain a top left-back to help their title goals. Milan’s next match is in the start of the 2025-26 Serie A season, while Al Hilal, the Saudi champions, will aim to add any new signings to defend their league spot and succeed in the AFC Champions League.