AC Milan’s interest in Joe Gomez hinges on Arne Slot decision

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AC Milan's interest in Liverpool defender Joe Gomez for a potential January transfer hinges significantly on Liverpool manager Arne Slot’s plans and the club's current defensive situation. Reports from Italy indicate Milan desire to strengthen their defense during the winter transfer window, with Gomez, a versatile defender capable of playing multiple roles across the backline, being a prime target. Milan currently use a back-three system and have several centre-back options but are looking to improve their squad depth, especially given the demands of their campaign.

Gomez, 28, who developed through Charlton Athletic’s academy before joining Liverpool, has seen limited playing time early in the 2025-26 season, featuring mainly as a substitute in the Premier League and once in the EFL Cup. Despite Milan's interest, his availability depends on whether Liverpool require him amid injury concerns and squad needs.

Liverpool face a defensive injury crisis with long-term absences for Giovanni Leoni and Ibrahima Konate, causing them to rely heavily on Gomez and Virgil van Dijk. Due to this critical shortage, Liverpool are thought to be unwilling to sell Gomez in January and instead likely looking to add a new centre-back themselves rather than lose one.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke has stated that Gomez is content to stay at Liverpool through the mid-season period, provided he remains part of Slot’s plans. Although a summer move to Milan seemed plausible, it fell through after a related transfer involving Marc Guehi collapsed. As such, a January move is now unlikely, and Gomez’s departure, if it happens, is expected to be after the season. Milan’s pursuit is conditional on Liverpool’s decisions and squad fitness, making Gomez’s transfer a complex matter contingent on evolving circumstances at Anfield.