Milan has made a €15 million offer for Udinese’s Lazar Samardzic, marking the first official contact between the two clubs. This development comes after Samardzic previously turned down a move to Milan in 2022, citing his reluctance to move to a big city at that time. Now 22 years old, Samardzic feels ready to don the prestigious Rossoneri jersey.
Calciomercato report that recent discussions between Milan’s chief scout Geoffrey Moncada and Samardzic’s representatives have been very positive, laying the groundwork for what promises to be a complex negotiation. Milan is aware of Samardzic’s strong desire to join the club and will now begin formal talks with Udinese. The first official meeting is scheduled for today, with Moncada, CEO Giorgio Furlani, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic ready to hear Udinese’s initial conditions.
Samardzic is eager to play for Milan, driven by the dream of competing in the Champions League. This ambition led him to disregard Lazio’s strong interest two weeks ago. Milan views Samardzic as a significant investment for both the present and future, appreciating his potential for growth and tactical versatility. The club envisions him primarily as an attacking midfielder but acknowledges his ability to play as a central or defensive midfielder.
Milan’s initial proposal to Udinese is €15 million, although Udinese had previously demanded €25 million from Lazio and Fenerbahce. One potential strategy to bridge the gap could involve including one or more players in the deal to reduce the financial outlay. However, there are no confirmations on specific players like Pobega, and Milan is aware that their players’ salaries might be too high for Udinese. Another option could be offering Udinese a percentage of any future resale of Samardzic.
The meeting between the clubs will be crucial in determining the next steps in the negotiation process, as Milan aims to secure Samardzic and bolster their midfield for the upcoming seasons.
