Recent contacts between the clubs suggest a deal is closer. Ardon has explicitly told the Belgian club he wants to move to Milan.
After a disappointing season without European club competitions, AC Milan is determined to reclaim its former glory. The absence from continental tournaments, though a severe penalty, offers the advantage of focusing entirely on domestic football to climb the Serie A standings. The stated objective is the Scudetto, and achieving this “paradise” comes with a projected investment of at least €100 million for midfield and attack reinforcements, aiming for an immediate return to the top tier. To leap from eighth place to championship contention requires a record-breaking push—or close to it, akin to Conte`s Napoli soaring from tenth to first. Thus, Milan is targeting proven performers: Luka Modric, a six-time Champions League winner; Ardon Jashari, recognized as the best player in the latest Belgian championship; and Granit Xhaka, who boasts an unparalleled 137 caps for the Swiss national team. The new Sporting Director, Tare, had already made his intentions clear: “After Luka, we will acquire a couple more players of that caliber.”
Rossoneri`s Renewed Push
Jashari`s trophy cabinet currently holds a single major honor: the Belgian Cup, won this year with Club Brugge. This comes alongside his individual recognition as the league`s player of the year, his first such accolade in the Jupiler Pro League following his early career at Lucerne. Out of his 52 seasonal appearances, eleven were in the Champions League, where he encountered Italian sides for the first time, including two clashes against Atalanta, ninety minutes against Juventus, and an away game at San Siro against AC Milan itself. The player has now formally communicated his desire to Club Brugge to transfer to Milan and wear the Rossoneri jersey. In essence, he has yielded to Milan`s courtship and requested a separation from Brugge after just one year. Tare had already made an initial offer of €27 million plus €3 million in bonuses. Yesterday, Milan increased their cash bid to €30 million, with additional performance-based incentives. Despite Tare denying reports of a personal visit to Brugge yesterday, the offer was officially dispatched via certified email from Casa Milan. While an immediate affirmative response is not guaranteed, there is a strong feeling that it will eventually materialize, though further diplomatic efforts will be needed. Club Brugge, now aware of Jashari`s determination, is asking for a fixed sum of €35 million plus at least €3 million in bonuses. The financial gap exists but is deemed entirely surmountable. Coach Allegri hopes the wait will be shorter than Pioli`s prolonged pursuit of Charles De Ketelaere, who subsequently struggled under the weight of public expectation. Jashari`s case differs, primarily due to his role: he is expected to solidify the midfield, not necessarily to score goals.
Player Profile
At 22 years old, Jashari will have the opportunity to learn from more experienced “pilots” like Modric, allowing him to be inspired by their instinct and enthusiasm. He has also featured in Switzerland`s last two friendly matches, adding to his two brief national team appearances in 2022. This talent has the potential to thrive at Milan, which is why the ownership is prepared to authorize a significant expenditure. Jashari is a modern, left-footed defensive midfielder, adept at both making runs and breaking up play. While he does not (yet) possess the goal-scoring prowess of Reijnders, he demonstrates greater competitive aggression. It is with this same resolve that he has informed his current club of his wish to transfer to Milan.
Xhaka Also Desires Milan Move
Granit Xhaka shares a similar ambition: despite having the chance to play Champions League with Leverkusen and wearing the captain`s armband, he favors a new experience with the Rossoneri. The fundamental terms of his potential transfer mirror Jashari`s situation: Xhaka has agreed to a three-year contract worth €3 million per season, but Leverkusen continues to demand more than the €10 million offered by Milan. This represents another active negotiation front where Milan is determined to reach its objective. The management`s focus isn`t singular; among their other targets is Javi Guerra, a central midfielder for Valencia and Spain`s Under-21 team, valued at around €25 million. Milan is patiently waiting for Valencia`s resistance to weaken.
