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Tottenham star Dejan Kulusevski has reportedly attracted interest from AC Milan, with Milan’s advisor and Swedish legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic leading the push for his compatriot’s move to Italy.
According to Juve Live, Ibrahimovic is keen to see Kulusevski don Milan’s iconic red and black, as the club prepares for a future without Rafael Leao, who remains a target for several European giants.
Milan are reportedly ready to prepare an opening bid of around €50 million for the 24-year-old midfielder, signaling their serious interest in acquiring Tottenham’s creative playmaker.
Dejan Kulusevski: A standout signing for Tottenham
Kulusevski initially joined Spurs in 2022 on loan from Juventus, costing Tottenham €10 million. His impressive form convinced Spurs to secure his services permanently in 2023 for £25 million, and since then, he has cemented himself as a pivotal player in Tottenham’s attacking lineup.
During his initial half-season, Kulusevski made an immediate impact, registering five goals and eight assists in just 18 league matches.
While injuries hampered his second season, he has found a renewed rhythm under manager Ange Postecoglou this year, thriving in a new advanced midfield role. Despite only two goals and one assist in his first nine appearances this season, Kulusevski’s underlying statistics reveal his substantial creative contributions, with standout metrics in shot-creating actions, key passes, and progressive carries.
Kulusevski’s influence on Tottenham’s game cannot be overstated. Since his arrival, he has tallied 17 goals and 21 assists in 109 appearances, with this season seeing him rank sixth in the league for shot-creating actions per 90 minutes, fourth in key passes, and ninth in both passes into the penalty area and progressive carries. (Fbref)
His influence goes beyond the pitch, with him playing a key role in settling and mentoring youngsters like Luke Bergvall.
Losing a player of his calibre would be a significant setback for Tottenham, especially as they continue to push for a strong finish in both the Premier League and Europe this season.
This is not the first time, he is being linked with a move away from Spurs. He was linked with a reunion with Antonio Conte at Napoli over the summer as well, however, the player came out and dismissed those links.
Although Milan’s interest is clear, Kulusevski’s current contract with Tottenham runs until 2028. Spurs are unlikely to entertain offers without a substantial fee that reflects his integral role in the squad and his potential for further growth under Postecoglou.
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