Galatasaray, Icardi eyes Serie A return, offered to Milan | OneFootball

The story between Mauro Icardi and Galatasaray is now at its end. The Argentine striker, whose relationship with the Turkish club has become increasingly strained, is experiencing a phase of total detachment from the team.

Galatasaray, Icardi on his way out. The Argentine dreams of a return to Serie A and has been offered to Milan

His outburst, which came after the Champions League defeat against Monaco, was just the latest crack in a relationship that no longer seems salvageable.

“Enjoy Icardi for a few more months, then you’ll miss me,” declared the striker, making it unmistakably clear that the separation is now only a matter of time.

An announced divorce: tensions, injuries, and changed hierarchies

The rift with Galatasaray stems from a combination of factors that over time have undermined Icardi’s centrality in the club’s technical project. The cruciate ligament injury in November 2024 was the real turning point: after that long layoff, the club decided to firmly focus on Victor Osimhen, relegating the Argentine to a secondary role.

At the same time, the Turkish media began to criticize his attitude, claiming that the player already had his sights set elsewhere. Although he was not responsible for the recent defeat to Monaco—he only came on in the last eleven minutes—Icardi appears increasingly distant from the technical and emotional context of Istanbul.

A contract expiring and two scenarios on the table

Icardi’s contract expires in June 2026, but a renewal is now completely off the table. The club is therefore facing two options:

sale in January for a modest fee;

departure on a free transfer in summer 2026.

In both cases, the player’s will shall be decisive, also because his net salary of 11 million euros is a significant obstacle for many European clubs.

Icardi looks to Italy: offered to Milan, complicated inquiry for Roma

A return to Serie A is a concrete possibility. The Argentine’s entourage has offered his profile to Milan, a club seeking a striker capable of providing immediate attacking solutions after Santiago Gimenez’s underwhelming performances. However, doubts persist within the Rossoneri camp regarding the former Inter captain’s physical condition, especially after his injuries in recent years.

Roma has considered the opportunity but the path seems unlikely: the Giallorossi’s technical priority remains Joshua Zirkzee, identified as the ideal striker for the club’s future project.

In Serie A, salary remains an issue, but the Argentine is ready to make a sacrifice

The salary he earns in Turkey is beyond the limits for Italian clubs. Nevertheless, Icardi’s desire to return to the league where he enjoyed his best seasons could lead him to reconsider his financial demands.

Meanwhile, on the pitch, the striker continues to be decisive: 7 goals in 14 Süper Lig matches confirm that his effectiveness in front of goal remains intact. This performance keeps the interest of several European clubs alive and fuels the idea that, in the right context, he can still be a key player.

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