Milan Grow Confident of Mike Maignan Extension as Club Freezes Goalkeeper Search
Signals from Igli Tare and Massimiliano Allegri’s direct involvement have steadied negotiations that previously stalled over salary figures.
Overview
- Reports this week describe a constructive climate and rising confidence that Maignan will sign a new deal with Milan.
- Club sources say Milan are prioritizing the extension and have turned away approaches to discuss alternative goalkeepers.
- Allegri is leading a persuasion effort modeled on his recent player dealings, aiming to keep Maignan after an earlier rift over numbers.
- Tare’s recent public comments point to goodwill on all sides, and reporting notes there is no sign of an excessive salary demand.
- Contingency options are being monitored, with Alisson Becker and Hugo Souza cited, while past interest from Chelsea remains background context.