Cagliari, Maignan doubts: Milan eye Caprile in Inter transfer duel, Napoli... | OneFootball

In Milan, the derby could soon move to the transfer market as well. Both Milan and Inter have reportedly set their sights on the same goalkeeper: Elia Caprile, the shot-stopper for Cagliari.

Cagliari, doubts about Maignan: Milan targets Caprile, transfer market derby with Inter. Meanwhile, Napoli…

Cagliari is extremely satisfied with the performance of the former Napoli goalkeeper and has decided to redeem his contract this summer. The Azzurri club collected “only” eight million, as agreed during last January’s winter transfer window.

Milan at a crossroads: evaluating Maignan

The Rossoneri are closely monitoring the situation between the posts. Mike Maignan, despite his top-level performances, has suffered several physical problems since joining the Rossoneri, missing 40 matches so far between Serie A and cup competitions. The latest setback against Bologna has further highlighted the issue.

“Maignan’s physical condition gives us pause,” sources close to the club explain, “we need to carefully assess the situation so we’re not caught unprepared in the market, especially with his contract expiring in June 2026 and negotiations at a standstill.”

Caprile in the crosshairs: a concrete opportunity

The hottest name on the Rossoneri’s list is Elia Caprile himself. Born in 2001, the Venetian goalkeeper has already shown significant qualities in Serie B with Bari, before moving to Empoli and then to Cagliari, who redeemed him last June. According to Calciomercato.com, Caprile would represent a feasible deal: his value is estimated between 10 and 12 million euros, a sustainable investment for a young and promising profile.

Other names on Milan’s list include Zion Suzuki from Parma, valued between 25 and 30 million, and internal options, Donnarumma-style, such as promoting the young Torriani, who, however, would not yet be a complete guarantee.

Inter after the same target: derby tension

Inter, too, according to sources close to the club, have put Caprile under observation, initiating contact with the goalkeeper’s agent to assess his signing as a possible successor to Sommer. Other names are also on the Nerazzurri’s shortlist, including Carnesecchi, but the Cagliari goalkeeper represents the most concrete and interesting solution.

The future between the posts for Milan could therefore also depend on their ability to beat Inter to the market, with Caprile emerging as a candidate to become the protagonist of a new derby… off the pitch. Meanwhile, Napoli has seen a talented youngster slip away at a not particularly advantageous price, having collected less than ten million euros.

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