AC Milan are set to resume talks over a new contract with key left-back Theo Hernandez after returning from Euro 2024 exit to France.
Milan have been planning to extend Theo contract for some time now. But it was put on hold during Euro 2024 with France. And the Rossoneri will now resume the process once the player returns from his holiday.
Italian outlet Ufabet are reporting that directors Giorgio Furlani and Jeffrey Moncada are set to resume talks with Theo after he reports back to the club for pre-season. With the 26-year-old left-back currently on holiday.
The France international is expect to be back in Milan’s squad for the final warm-up game against Barcelona on their mini-tour in the United States, UFABET but is also expe to return to Milanello before then to build up his fitness.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, now in a management role at Milan. Recently emphasized the club’s intention to retain key players like Hernandez, Leao, and Maignan. Stating that they are among the best in the world in their positions. He also mentioned that with RedBird’s backing. Milan has the financial flexibility to strengthen the squad without needing to sell players.
Despite previous speculation linking Hernandez to Bayern Munich, no concrete offers have been receive for the French international. Milan hopes this situation remains unchanged. As they aim to build a stronger team around players like Hernandez for the upcoming seasons.
The last meeting with Hernandez’s agent, Manuel García Quilón, took place about two months ago. Discussions are currently on hold as Hernandez enjoys his vacation following France’s elimination from the European Championship and a demanding season where he played over 3,000 minutes for Milan and 1,300 minutes for the national team.