AC Milan fails to sign Scalvini as Atalanta demands 40 million euros

AC Milan recently attempted to sign defender Giorgio Scalvini from Atalanta during the final hours of the summer transfer window. Following a request from manager Ruben Amorim, Milan proposed a loan deal with an option to buy. However, Atalanta rejected the proposal, demanding a permanent transfer fee of 40 million euros instead.

This move reflects a broader shift in AC Milan's organizational philosophy. Under the direction of owner Gerry Cardinale, the club has moved away from traditional sporting director models, with Cardinale taking personal responsibility for business and sporting decisions. The new strategy focuses on recruiting players with specific characteristics tailored to Amorim's tactical identity and emphasizes the integration of younger talent.