AC Milan has identified Wolverhampton Wanderers left-back Rayan Aït-Nouri as a potential replacement for Theo Hernandez, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
Hernandez has opted not to extend his contract with Milan, forcing the club to consider selling him at the end of the season rather than risk losing him on a free transfer.
The French international has attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Real Madrid, who are reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing him back.
Hernandez’s market value is currently estimated at €50 million by Transfermarkt, but Milan hopes to secure a fee closer to €60 million in negotiations.
The club is now actively searching for a replacement, with Aït-Nouri emerging as a leading candidate.
Premier League competition for Aït-Nouri
While Milan is keen on signing Aït-Nouri, securing the Algerian international’s signature could prove challenging due to strong interest from Premier League clubs.
According to CaughtOffside, Arsenal is preparing a €60 million offer for the Wolves defender, a figure that could put Milan at a financial disadvantage in the race for his services.
The Italian club’s ability to compete for Aït-Nouri may depend on how much they can generate from Hernandez’s sale or whether they choose to allocate the entirety of that transfer fee toward securing a replacement.
Aït-Nouri, who has impressed in the Premier League with his attacking ability and defensive versatility, is seen as a strong candidate to fill the void left by Hernandez.
However, with multiple clubs vying for his signature, Milan faces a tough battle to bring him to Serie A.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Milan’s ability to finalize Hernandez’s departure and compete with Premier League offers will likely determine whether they can land the Algerian left-back.
