According to Tuttosport (via milannews.it), AC Milan could be willing to sell midfielder Franck Kessie for €30m (£25.2m). The Ivorian has made 12 appearances in Serie A this season but the Rossoneri would consider moving the 22-year-old on if their valuation is met. It’s also understood they would be looking to receive the full asking price up-front in order for a deal to be considered.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are through to the knockout stages of the UEFA Europa League and could be looking to add some strength-in-depth to their squad in order to contend with the demands of a full Premier League schedule alongside a European campaign and these fans would love to see Kessie brought to the club.
Would you like to see Franck Kessie in the gold of Wolves?
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Absolutely ???
Neves, Moutinho, Dendoncker, maybe Saïss (needed at CB) and Kessie. Quality. Plus it means MGW can go out on loan for game time.— Tony Wilde (@TonyWilde99) December 5, 2019
Absolutely
— tris (@tristan_phipps) December 5, 2019
Yes why not. Maybe we could push it down to 25mil. And would be class as he’s only 22 and got loads of time to improve
— Tyler crowson (@Tylercrowson2) December 5, 2019
100%
— dainty (@dainty78) December 5, 2019
Yes, 100%. He’s big and strong, plenty of athletic ability, and looks as though he has the technical standards we’re looking for.
I’m his early twenties he’s got lots of time to improve.— Ian Lockley ? ???? (@PSNAmphlett) December 6, 2019
We need squad depth!
— Max Hewitt (@maxwjhewitt) December 6, 2019
What do we think?
Nuno Espirito Santo’s side could certainly do with some reinforcements as they head into the hectic festive period. The Portuguese boss will feel his side are capable of going far in the Europa League but he will, of course, be looking to maintain their impressive Premier League position simultaneously.
His ability to rotate and utilise his squad effectively will be key and Kessie would be a good addition. Despite being just 22-years-old, he’s a highly experienced player used to the pressure that comes with playing for a club as big as AC Milan. With the asking price set at €30m (£25.2m), an approach from the West-Midlands club could be on the cards. According to Transfermarkt.co.uk, the midfielder is valued at £27m so Milan’s valuation seems reasonable.