Milan and Mike Maignan in talks over new contract | OneFootball

AC Milan has begun negotiations to secure the continuity of one of its key players, French goalkeeper Mike Maignan. This was confirmed by the club's sporting director, Igli Tare, in statements to DAZN before the match against Sassuolo.

Tare dispelled rumors about the supposed salary demands of the goalkeeper, making clear the mutual desire to continue together. "Maignan is a leader and we are happy with him. He is happy here and we want him to stay: we are talking, but we will have the chance to talk with him again," assured the director.

With these words, the Milan director directly addressed the speculation about a possible €8 million salary, denying that such figures have been discussed: "€8 million? We have never talked about those numbers." The club's goal is to secure their goalkeeper as soon as possible.

The goalkeeper's situation is a priority, given his importance within the system and the locker room. Maignan, nicknamed Magic Mike, has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in European football since his arrival at the club. His leadership and performances have been crucial for the team, making his contract renewal fundamental news for the fans.

In the same interview, Igli Tare also referred to the current winter transfer market, specifically regarding the addition of a new striker. The sporting director took a cautious stance, acknowledging the difficulty of finding impactful reinforcements in January. "The January market is difficult for finding players who can change things," he explained.

Even so, Milan remains alert: "We will be attentive and if there is someone who can improve the group... we will sign him." Nevertheless, the hope of the Rossoneri club is focused on the recovery of injured players, hoping "for the real Nkunku, as well as the return of Giménez" to strengthen the attack without having to resort to major investments. 

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