Milan have confirmed the signing of Goncalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain, and now the Rossoneri are focusing on strengthening their defence. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the club's 'dream' option is Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, but a deal for Goncalo Inacio is more likely.
Van Dijk: A Dream Option
The idea of signing Van Dijk had initially seemed far-fetched, but reports suggest that the conversation has reached Milan owner Gerry Cardinale and the club's RedBird ownership is now evaluating a potential move. Van Dijk is into the final year of his contract with Liverpool, but the Premier League side are unlikely to want to part company with their captain, even if he does turn 35 next week.
Inacio: A More Realistic Target
Meanwhile, reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport and other Italian outlets claim that a potential deal for Goncalo Inacio is more likely. Inacio is a player well known to Rossoneri head coach from their time together at Sporting CP, where Inacio has been on the books since 2012. The 25-year-old is also part of the Portugal national team at the World Cup and is expected to cost somewhere in the region of €30m-€40m.
Signing Van Dijk would be a major coup for Milan, but it's unlikely to happen. Inacio, on the other hand, is a more realistic target and could be a great addition to the team. Milan should focus on signing Inacio and strengthening their defence.
If Milan sign Inacio, it could mean a significant improvement in their defence. With a strong centre-back, the team could become more solid and competitive in the league. However, if they fail to sign a top defender, it could leave them vulnerable to conceding goals and struggling to keep up with the top teams.
Preguntas Frecuentes
Virgil van Dijk
€30m-€40m
He is into the final year of his contract