The summer transfer market is moving strongly, but some moves not only surprise, they also hurt. AC Milan, which had shown interest in Fran García for weeks, has changed its plans. Now its priority is another young footballer, and that hasn't gone over well at Valdebebas.
Goodbye Fran García: Milan changes its focus
Fran García was on AC Milan's radar, the Real Madrid full-back was one of the options to strengthen its defense. But suddenly, his name disappeared from the conversations. He's no longer of interest; the Italian club has decided to look elsewhere.
The surprise isn't just that they've ruled out Fran, but that its new target is within the same club and is much more expensive. The young Brazilian, signed with great excitement, is now on the way out. The Italians want to take advantage of the situation.
Endrick, the gem who doesn't convince Xabi Alonso
Endrick arrived with a star reputation, but his first year at Real Madrid has been complicated. He hasn't shined. With Xabi Alonso's arrival on the bench, his situation has become even more uncertain.
The Basque coach has been clear: he doesn't count on him for now. He recommends that he look for minutes elsewhere, at another club. A loan would be the best option, according to the club and Alonso himself.
But Endrick doesn't see it that way; he wants to stay and fight for his place. Even though he has players like Mbappé and the academy revelation, Gonzalo García, ahead of him.
Milan goes after Endrick: offer and conditions
Milan's interest is serious; they've already put an offer on the table: €20 million. But Florentino Pérez has rejected it; he wants €40 million and, even so, he'd still prefer not to sell. His plan is to loan the Brazilian, but with conditions.
Milan would be willing to accept, paying the player's full salary. Even offering extra financial compensation. The Rossoneri club wants Endrick, but not at any price.
The negotiation is open. But time is running out. There's competition.
A summer of difficult decisions
Endrick has a decision to make. Stay in Madrid, with few opportunities, or leave to look for minutes. Milan offers him prominence, patience, and a growing project, but he resists.
Meanwhile, Fran García watches from the shadows as this unexpected twist unfolds. He was going to be the target, but now he's off the radar. Milan has left him behind, all for a more ambitious bet.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, is looking to lighten the squad, but it doesn't plan to give away its young talents. Not Endrick, not anyone. The market remains open and, at any moment, everything can change.