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Yasin Ayari Brighton & Hove Albion Sweden · midfielder · 22yrs
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Calciomercato.com reports that Milan are considering Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari as a long-term option for their midfield. The Rossoneri have followed the Sweden international for around two years, with the player now regarded as their leading target among several profiles being assessed. Ayari made 32 Premier League appearances last season, recording four goals and three assists, and has added two goals for club and country at the start of the current campaign. The 22-year-old can operate as a holding midfielder, playmaker, central midfielder or attacking midfielder, offering mobility, coverage and passing quality. His Brighton contract runs until 2027, with a club option for an additional year, while Tuttosport puts his valuation above €40 million; Roma are also interested.
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Update (Football Italia): Football Italia reports that Milan are considering a future move for Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Ayari. The Italian club are reportedly assessing him as a possible replacement for Luka Modric. The report does not provide details of any formal offer, negotiations, agreement or proposed fee. Milan’s interest therefore remains at an early exploratory stage, while Ayari’s current club is identified as Brighton & Hove Albion. No further information is given about the timing of a potential transfer or the player’s contract situation.
Update (Get Italian Football News): Get Italian Football News reports that AC Milan are closely following Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yasin Ayari. The Rossoneri are seeking to strengthen their central midfield and have identified the Swedish play-maker as a player under close observation. The report, citing Daniele Longo of Calciomercato, says Milan are monitoring Ayari’s situation at Brighton, although no transfer proposal, agreement or negotiations are specified in the available information. Ayari is therefore being presented as a potential target rather than a player close to moving clubs. The report does not provide a fee or further details about Brighton’s position.