AC Milan contact Liverpool over defensive signing

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AC Milan have reportedly made contact with Liverpool as they step up efforts to sign defender Joe Gomez in the upcoming transfer window. The Serie A club, in need of defensive reinforcements, see the long-serving Liverpool player as a prime target to bolster their back line.

The report explains that Milan’s interest in Gomez is not new. They previously tried to secure his signature late in the last summer window, but a deal could not be finalised before the deadline. Liverpool’s inability to bring in a replacement – notably their unsuccessful pursuit of Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi – contributed to the decision to keep Gomez at Anfield.[1]

Gomez, now 28, has struggled for regular game time this season, mainly acting as back-up to first-choice centre-back pairing Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté. He has yet to start a Premier League or Champions League match in the current campaign, featuring predominantly in domestic cup fixtures.[1] Despite this, he is still considered a valued squad member due to his experience, versatility and the number of senior departures Liverpool have absorbed in recent years.[1]

According to the article, talks between Milan and Gomez’s representatives have gone positively, with personal terms not expected to be an obstacle.[1] Milan sporting director Igli Tare is said to have kept Gomez high on his list of targets and is preparing a renewed “attack” for January, aiming to move quickly once the window opens.[1]

Liverpool’s stance is more complex. While they have listened to interest in Gomez in previous windows, ongoing uncertainty around their own defensive depth and targets like Guehi means any sale would depend on broader transfer strategy. Nonetheless, Milan are described as determined to test Liverpool’s resolve as they look to strengthen their defence ahead of the second half of the season.[1]