CM: Three names on the list as Milan begin difficult hunt for Modric’s heir

By: Oliver Fisher

AC Milan must start thinking about the midfield of the future, and there are reportedly a few names on the list of ideas.

At 41 years of age Luka Modric, still remains simply irreplaceable for Ruben Amorim and for Milan. However, given that his deal expires at the end of the season, the Rossoneri management have a duty to also look to the future and prepare for the post-Modric era.

The scouting team are very active in England, Spain, Belgium, and France, looking for the right players for Amorim’s footballing philosophy. Among the priorities for next season is identifying the right player to potentially take the reins as a deeper-lying playmaker.

Calciomercato.com report that three players have attracted considerable interest from Milan. One of them is Bournemouth’s Alex Scott, but he remains a dream at the moment because Arsenal and Chelsea have already swooped in on him.

The 23-year-old was called up to the England squad for the last break because manager Thomas Tuchel is very keen on him, but there’s a significant obstacle: the price tag. In England, there is even talk of a €100m+ asking price, given the clubs interested.

The spotlight has recently turned on Brighton’s Yasin Ayari too. He’s a highly versatile midfielder, performing at a high level both as a defensive midfielder and behind the striker. The Swede’s deal runs out in 2027 making him a big opportunity, but Brighton have a one-year option to.

Finally, we arrive at the new name on the list: Adem Zorgane of Union-Saint Gilloise. Scouts like what they have seen from the Algerian, who combines physicality with good technical ability. He would likely be the cheapest of the three, but his potential is high in the eyes of Milan.