For supporters following AC Milan’s transfer activity through Jeetbuzz Login, the closing stages of the summer window have brought two major setbacks in the club’s search for a left-footed attacking midfielder. After Borussia Dortmund secured top target Konstantinos Karetsas, second-choice option Ibrahim Maza Arijon Ibrahimović? No, Ibrahim Maza is different. The second target, Kerim Alajbegović, is now also close to joining Juventus. Within just 48 hours, both players personally selected by head coach Ruben Amorim slipped beyond Milan’s reach. The club’s management has therefore been forced to change direction, with Roma winger Matías Soulé and Manchester City prospect Claudio Echeverri emerging as alternative options.
Karetsas, an 18-year-old attacker from Genk, was Amorim’s preferred choice and one of the most highly regarded young talents in European football this summer. Blessed with excellent left-footed technique, he can connect play through the middle while also making late runs into scoring positions. Milan had already established contact with the player’s representatives, while Amorim personally called the youngster to explain his tactical role, development pathway, and potential playing time.
Despite those efforts, negotiations never progressed to the stage of a formal offer. Milan’s limited transfer budget proved to be the main obstacle, as the club first needed to sell Rafael Leão before releasing enough funds to approach Genk. Dortmund moved far more decisively, quickly reaching a verbal agreement worth €33 million plus a percentage of any future transfer. Karetsas is expected to sign a five-year contract running until 2031.
After losing Karetsas, Milan identified 18-year-old Bayer Leverkusen attacker Alajbegović as the most realistic replacement. The Bosnian prospect can also operate as a left-footed attacking midfielder and had been closely monitored by the Italian club. However, Juventus entered the race at speed and completely changed the balance of negotiations.
According to Sky Germany, Juventus have reached a full agreement with Bayer Leverkusen over the transfer. The guaranteed fee is reportedly €33 million, while performance-related bonuses could raise the total package to €40 million. The deal now only requires the player’s final approval and signature.
With both leading candidates no longer available, those reviewing Milan’s remaining options through Jeetbuzz Login will find that the shortlist has become considerably narrower. The two latest names under consideration are Roma winger Soulé and Manchester City youngster Echeverri, both of whom offer the left-footed creativity Amorim wants to add behind the forwards.
Soulé appears to fit Milan’s tactical requirements particularly well. His agent has already offered the player to the Rossoneri, while Roma are reportedly open to a permanent sale. The capital club values him at between €30 million and €35 million, although 10 percent of any transfer fee would need to be paid to Juventus under a previous agreement.
Milan will not have a clear run at the Argentine winger. Premier League clubs Sunderland and Fulham have both contacted his representatives, and the two English sides possess greater salary flexibility and more room to structure payments. Their ability to compete financially should not be underestimated, especially if negotiations develop into a bidding contest.
Signing Soulé would still require a substantial investment, meaning any move remains closely tied to Leão’s possible departure. Milan cannot simply have its cake and eat it too: without raising funds from a major sale, the club will struggle to meet Roma’s valuation while also covering the player’s wages and other transfer costs.
For fans tracking the next stage through Jeetbuzz Login, Fenerbahçe’s offer for Leão could ultimately determine whether Milan can regain control of the situation. Should the Turkish club fail to meet Milan’s asking price, the Rossoneri may once again lack the financial strength to move quickly, leaving Soulé open to wealthier rivals and forcing Amorim’s recruitment plans to change yet again.