AC Milan are looking to reinforce the defensive phase of their game ahead of next season and one of the priorities is to sign a defensive midfielder. Several players have been mentioned and an old target could be the one, a journalist claims. 

Under the management of Stefano Pioli, Milan conceded 49 goals in the league in the 2023-24 season, which is far too many for a top team like the Rossoneri. Therefore, changes are needed in the summer and Gazzetta dello Sport highlighters this morning that a defensive midfielder is crucial.

According to Alessandro Jacobone, an Italian team is keeping a close eye on Feyenoord midfielder Mats Wieffer, who looks set to leave the Dutch side this summer. Milan were very interested 12 months ago and it seems likely that they are the club in question, even if there has been no direct confirmation yet.

At the age of 24, Wieffer fits the profile well and would certainly be a good signing for the Rossoneri. However, he has a contract until 2027 and the price tag could thus be significant, which is something that Geoffrey Moncada and co would like to avoid.

Most of the money will be spent on a striker this summer, as well as a few other positions, with around €20m left to sign a defensive midfielder.