‘Maignan can leave now’ – the reality facing the Frenchman and Milan

Ahead of the summer mercato, AC Milan are assessing several options to come into the club. However, they must also evaluate the chances of departures and who would replace them if they were to depart.

The run-up to the summer window has been swarmed by reports that a key player may depart the club this summer. Perhaps it is a fear of a repeat of last year occurring, but as the window grows closer, interest is on the rise.

Recently, reports have suggested that Theo Hernandez is growing in popularity for some clubs, and the same might be said about Mike Maignan. However, the goalkeeper might be the sacrifice to keep Theo.

Both have two years left on their respective deals but talks with Maignan and his entourage have not progressed as the club had hoped, and reports suggest that a departure is a possibility for the shot-stopper.

As Corriere dello Sport (via Milan News) writes, the Rossoneri have an interest in a few goalkeepers, such as Diogo Costa from Porto, who would cost €45 million and would be aided by Jorge Mendes. Given Maignan is being touted by Premier League clubs, and heavily by Bayern Munich, a departure on their terms could be the best option, which explains CorSport’s headline, ‘Maignan can leave now’.