Theo Hernández Nears AC Milan Exit as Al Hilal Move Progresses

AC Milan’s Theo Hernández is close to joining Al Hilal after both clubs confirmed transfer talks. Hernández wants a new challenge, and the teams aim to close the deal soon.

WHAT HAPPENED?

AC Milan‘s director Igli Tare confirmed Hernández desires a move, with ongoing talks with Al Hilal. Reports suggest Hernández has agreed to Al Hilal’s terms and the clubs have nearly settled on a €25 million plus bonuses transfer fee. Only minor details remain, and Hernández has approved the move, earning an expected €20 million per season.

According to a previous report we published, Al Hilal raised Theo Hernández’s contract offer to around €20 million per season.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Hernández, pivotal for Milan since 2019, made 41 appearances last season, scoring five goals and delivering seven assists. Milan secured the eighth spot in Serie A and failed European football qualification for next season. Under new manager Massimiliano Allegri, Milan eyes reconstruction, aiming to replace Hernández with Arsenal’s Oleksandr Zinchenko. Al Hilal, Saudi champions, are reinforcing their squad after a 14-point league victory.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

The transfer is expected in the coming days as final details iron out. Milan remains hungry to secure a new left-back, with Zinchenko considering a top option. Milan begins pre-season in mid-July, preparing to challenge Serie A’s top three. Al Hilal’s new campaign begins in August, as rivals Al Nassr and Al Ittihad also strengthen their squads, promising a thrilling title race.