AC Milan prepare €10m bid for Union Saint-Gilloise defender Massire Sylla

AC Milan are preparing an offer of €10m for Union Saint-Gilloise centre-back Massire Sylla, with the 21-year-old attracting interest from clubs across Europe.

The Rossoneri have been impressed by the rapid progress of the Senegal international and are considering making a formal approach to the Belgian club, according to transfer insider Ekrem Konur.

However, AC Milan face considerable competition for a player whose performances have attracted attention in Italy, Turkey and England.

Sylla, who stands 1.96m tall, has impressed with his physical strength, stature and development since moving to Belgium. His progress is also being monitored by AS Roma, while Turkish clubs Fenerbahce, Galatasaray and Besiktas are understood to be interested.

Premier League sides Everton and Brighton are also tracking the defender’s situation, according to Africafoot.

That interest is expected to increase the pressure on Union Saint-Gilloise, who are keen to keep Sylla in Brussels. The club’s directors have reportedly begun discussions aimed at extending his stay and have improved their financial proposal in an effort to persuade him to remain.

Union Saint-Gilloise could nevertheless find it difficult to resist if AC Milan submit a concrete offer. Other clubs from Serie A and the Super Lig may also make moves before the official opening of the winter transfer window.

Sylla joined Union Saint-Gilloise in January 2026 from Norwegian club Lyn and quickly made an impression in Belgium. During his time with the Brussels side, he has helped them win two trophies: the Belgian Cup and the Belgian Super Cup.

His displays have also earned him recognition at international level. In early November, Sylla received his first call-up to the Senegal squad, known as the Lions of Teranga.

The defender’s emergence has now made him one of the players attracting significant attention ahead of the next transfer window. AC Milan’s interest, the challenge from several major European clubs and Union Saint-Gilloise’s determination to retain him could make Sylla one of the key matters to follow in the coming weeks.

Union Saint-Gilloise are due to play their 12th match of the Belgian championship against KV Kortrijk.