Euro giants plot surprise late move for “top, top, top professional” Liverpool star
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AC Milan is showing interest in signing Liverpool defender Joe Gomez as a potential alternative to Manchester City’s Manuel Akanji ahead of the summer transfer deadline. The Rossoneri have identified Gomez alongside Villarreal’s Juan Foyth as defensive reinforcements to provide options for new head coach Massimiliano Allegri. This comes after AC Milan sold Malick Thiaw to Newcastle for €40 million and signed Juventus’ Koni De Winter, but still seek further defensive depth.
The 28-year-old Englishman, who is under contract with Liverpool until 2027, has been valued at around €20 million by Transfermarkt. Gomez’s versatility, being capable of playing both right-back and centre-back, alongside his Premier League and top-level experience, aligns well with Milan’s needs. However, the primary target remains Akanji, who is Allegri’s preferred choice, but the Swiss defender’s reluctance to move has prompted Milan to explore alternatives including Gomez.
Despite his injury history and limited starts last season, Gomez remains an important squad player for Liverpool, especially as they have seen departures of other defenders such as Jarell Quansah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Kostas Tsimikas. Liverpool are cautious about selling Gomez without a suitable replacement, but Milan’s late interest signals they could make a move if the opportunity arises.
Reports from Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio and outlets like IlMilanista emphasize Milan’s urgency to reinforce their defense before the window closes, with Joe Gomez emerging as a practical and appealing choice due to his experience and adaptability in defense. The situation remains fluid as both clubs assess their options during the ongoing transfer window.
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