Milan in advanced talks to sign Chelsea midfielder

Milan in advanced talks to sign Chelsea midfielder

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 08:50 - 19.05.2023

Serie A giants AC Milan are reportedly in advanced talks with Chelsea to sign midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek.

Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek has one year left on his contract at Stamford Bridge and an exit will suit both parties. 

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Chelsea's Loftus-Cheek off to Milan

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Negotiations are progressing well for Loftus-Cheek to join his former Chelsea teammates Fikayo Tomori and Oliver Giroud at Milan.

Chelsea's Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Loftus-Cheek is Milan's top priority as they rebuild their midfield. Following an injury to his achilles in 2019, the 27-year-old has struggled to hold down a place at Chelsea after spending a season on loan at Fulham.

Big picture for Chelsea

Chelsea need to trim their squad after spending heavily under the ownership of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital. Mauricio Pochettino is poised to be named as their manager, taking over in June.

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