AC Milan are preparing a move for Ivory Coast international Amad Diallo, although Manchester United are determined to keep hold of one of their most promising young attackers.
The Italian giants are planning to make a serious attempt to sign the 22-year-old winger during the summer transfer window, with any deal likely to depend on Manchester United receiving what they consider an exceptional offer or the player making it clear that he wants to leave.
The growing interest in Diallo highlights the increasing value of African footballers in Europe’s biggest leagues, with the Ivorian now emerging as one of the continent’s most sought-after attacking talents after establishing himself at Old Trafford.
Although Manchester United have publicly indicated that they want the winger to remain at the club, speculation over his future has continued to gather momentum as several clubs monitor his situation.
AC Milan are reported to be among the strongest admirers of the Ivory Coast international, with the Rossoneri viewing him as an important addition to their attacking options ahead of the new campaign.
The interest is not solely based on Diallo’s performances.
According to the report, Milan believe their new manager, Ruben Amorim, could play a decisive role in convincing the winger to move to the San Siro.
Amorim previously worked with Diallo at Manchester United and reportedly sees the Ivorian as a key player capable of fitting into the tactical system he wants to build.
That existing relationship could prove to be one of Milan’s strongest assets in negotiations should they formally pursue the transfer.
However, completing the deal is expected to be far from straightforward.
Manchester United are reportedly unwilling to sell the winger cheaply and would only consider negotiations if they receive an offer that reflects the player’s importance to the squad.
The report also suggests that Diallo’s own wishes could become a major factor, with a transfer only becoming realistic if he expresses a desire to seek a new challenge.
Competition from elsewhere in the Premier League could also complicate Milan’s pursuit.
Brighton and Newcastle have also been credited with an interest in the Ivory Coast international, meaning AC Milan may not be the only club attempting to convince the player that his future lies elsewhere.
For Diallo, the attention underlines the progress he has made since arriving in English football.
Still under contract with Manchester United until June 2030, the winger remains tied to the club on a long-term agreement, placing United in a strong negotiating position should any offers arrive during the current transfer window.
According to the information provided, Diallo earns an annual salary of €7,316,649, while his market value is estimated at around €45 million.
For African football, the transfer speculation reflects another success story from the continent.
Diallo has developed into one of Ivory Coast’s leading young stars and is now attracting attention from clubs competing at the highest level in European football.
Whether he remains at Manchester United or eventually embarks on a new challenge elsewhere, his future is expected to remain one of the more closely watched transfer stories involving an African player this summer.
