Milan ‘perplexed’ regarding Maignan’s future with renewal on ‘stand-by’

Recent months have shown a worrying lack of progress in the talks between AC Milan and Mike Maignan about a new deal, and this morning, a report has given an update on the current landscape. 

For Milan, this will be a summer of change. Veterans will leave, and a new manager will arrive. However, there is also the chance that a star departs, and that could be Mike Maignan.

The Frenchman’s situation is confusing yet clear at the same time. Talks about a new deal have stalled, and whilst both parties are aware of the figures that the other will request, there is a lack of clarity about their willingness to move closer to one another.

Maignan wants a salary similar to Rafael Leao, which is understandable due to his quality. However, whether the Diavolo can offset such a sum to a goalkeeper is where the issue lies.

Corriere dello Sport (via Radio Rossonera) reports that the situation is now in ‘stand-by’, and the reasoning is understandable. As the situation continues to remain halted, his contract is running out, and whilst Milan have another season before worries are increased substantially, there needs to be proof that talks will improve.

At this point, he is worth a substantial amount more than he will be after the next season if nothing is agreed. However, with the European Championships approaching, interest could rise further, making the situation difficult to navigate, leaving the Rossoneri ‘perplexed’.