Renowned football agent Jorge Mendes has reportedly presented the opportunity to sign Spanish international Marco Asensio to AC Milan. Mendes, known for his strong connections within the Rossoneri`s circles, is actively seeking a new destination for Asensio. A key factor in any potential move would be the player`s willingness to accept a reduced salary. While there have been recent discussions with José Mourinho, the new coach of Fenerbahçe, who is said to be enthusiastic about acquiring Asensio, the player himself reportedly favors a transfer to a more prominent league, such as Italy`s Serie A.
Asensio, who recently celebrated his 29th birthday and has just one year remaining on his current contract, is eager for more consistent playing time. His ambition is to secure a place in Spain`s squad for the upcoming World Cup in the United States. It`s understood that he is not a central figure in coach Luis Enrique`s long-term plans at Paris Saint-Germain. Consequently, a potential loan agreement might involve a salary-sharing arrangement, indicating that PSG could contribute to covering a portion of his substantial wages to facilitate the move for Milan.
During the latter half of the previous season, Asensio spent a loan spell at Aston Villa. He featured in 13 Premier League matches, scoring three goals across 745 minutes on the pitch. Aston Villa ultimately decided against making his transfer permanent, primarily due to his hefty net annual salary, estimated at around €14 million. This high figure was influenced by his arrival on a free transfer in the summer of 2023. Throughout his professional career, Asensio has participated in 447 matches across all competitions, impressively contributing with 87 goals and 68 assists. For the Spanish national team, he has earned 38 caps, finding the net twice.
