AC Milan are preparing a late bid for Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji, offering close to £13 million for the Swiss international as they seek to strengthen their backline before the transfer window slams shut.
Akanji, 30, has been a reliable squad player for City since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, winning multiple trophies under Pep Guardiola. However, with City's depth in defense—including Ruben Dias, John Stones, and new signing Josko Gvardiol—Akanji has seen limited starts this season, prompting interest from abroad.
Milan, sitting atop Serie A, view Akanji as an experienced addition to pair with Fikayo Tomori. Sources indicate the Rossoneri are willing to meet City's valuation of around £12-15 million, with talks accelerating. Akanji's versatility as a center-back or full-back appeals to manager Paulo Fonseca.
Cities are open to the sale to comply with financial regulations and fund other moves. Akanji, capped over 60 times for Switzerland, could sign a three-year deal in Milan.If the deal goes through, it would cap a busy window for Milan, who have already added Alvaro Morata. Fans are buzzing about the potential upgrade.
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