AC Milan recently faced a major setback with the injury of key midfielder Ismael Bennacer, who will be out for up to three months. Despite the seriousness of the injury, Milan’s management has decided not to pursue any further transfers. This decision comes as the club weighs its options for covering Bennacer’s absence using internal resources rather than signing free agents.
Why Milan Won’t Sign Free Agents
While rumors circulated about potential signings, including former Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, Milan has chosen not to pursue any free agents. Rabiot’s high wage demands and the fact that he would not be eligible for the Champions League squad have made this option impractical. The 29-year-old Frenchman remains a free agent, but Milan is focusing on maintaining its wage structure and long-term squad balance.
Additionally, Milan’s management has reviewed the available pool of free agents and concluded that none of the current players meet their needs for the upcoming season.
Internal Solutions: Rising Stars Ready to Step Up
Milan has decided to rely on its youth talent and existing squad members to cover Bennacer’s absence. Two young players in particular are being considered:
- Kevin Zeroli: The captain of Milan’s Futuro team, Zeroli has shown promise playing in a deeper midfield role, similar to that of Ruben Loftus-Cheek. He has already proven his ability during the preseason and could be a key player in filling the gap left by Bennacer.
- Silvano Vos: Another standout from Milan’s youth team, Vos impressed the coaching staff with his performance against Carpi. While he is only available for domestic matches due to his exclusion from the Champions League roster, Vos could offer Milan much-needed depth in Serie A.
Milan’s Strategy Moving Forward
With no new signings planned, Milan will focus on integrating these young players into the squad. The club’s management is confident that their internal solutions will be sufficient to maintain competitiveness in both Serie A and the Champions League.
Bennacer’s absence is undoubtedly a blow for Milan, but with young talents like Zeroli and Vos stepping up, the team hopes to navigate this challenge and continue its strong form across all competitions.
