Overview

• Alexis Saelemaekers has expressed his desire to stay at AC Milan and fight for his place rather than pursue a move to Aston Villa.
• New coach Massimiliano Allegri has declared his intent to keep Saelemaekers in the squad, reinforcing Milan’s commitment to the Belgian winger.
• AC Milan have set a €20–25 million price tag for the 26-year-old and feel no pressure to lower their valuation this window.
• The club is planning a long-term contract extension through 2029 or 2030 to secure Saelemaekers beyond his current deal, which runs until 2027.
• Saelemaekers returned from a productive loan at Roma in 2024–25, underscoring his preference to remain in Serie A.