Max is back in the ring after being unemployed since he was fired from Juventus just over a year ago despite long periods of success. An important player for him in the first Juventus period was Adrien Rabiot, so important that he had the strength to deal with the tiresome and demanding agent mother Veronique Rabiot.
Massimiliano Allegri, who has just returned to the San Siro and AC Milan, has Adrien Rabiot so high on his wish list that he has been personally involved in getting a deal.
AC Milan have put a disappointing season behind them where they failed to qualify for European play.
The first signing Allegri demands for AC Milan
The Italian coach begins a new chapter at the ‘Rossoneri’, but wants to surround himself with players he knows.
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Massimiliano Allegri has taken charge of AC Milan with a clear plan: to strengthen the midfield with a reliable player, and for him there is no better option than Adrien Rabiot. The coach, who has previously worked with the Frenchman during their time together at Juventus, is convinced that Rabiot can be a difference maker for the team.
A void to fill after Reijnders’ departure
The recent transfer of Tijjani Reijnders to Manchester City has left a significant hole in the Milan midfield. But the sale has also freed up around €72 million – funds Allegri plans to use to secure Rabiot, who currently plays for Olympique de Marseille.
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An affordable price thanks to summer sales
The French midfielder, who is under contract until 2026, could become available for a sum of around €10.5 million, thanks to a private deal with Marseille management. As reported by Mundo Deportivo, Rabiot feels comfortable at the French club and has a good relationship with his current coach Roberto De Zerbi, but Allegri’s interest could be decisive.
Allegri himself takes
the initiative Milan has intensified contact with the player’s representatives, with Allegri at the forefront of the negotiations. The Italian coach is confident that his good personal and professional relationship with Rabiot will be key to convincing him to return to Serie A. For Allegri, the Frenchman is not only a priority, but also a key element in building the foundations of his new project at the San Siro.
