Bayer Leverkusen blocks AC Milan from signing Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka during the summer transfer period. Simon Rolfes serves as sporting director for the German club and made clear statements about the situation. He told reporters that Leverkusen refuses to discuss any deal with the Italian team. The German club considers Xhaka essential for next season's campaign. Milan cannot pursue the 31-year-old player despite their strong interest.
Paolo Maldini leads Milan's transfer efforts and identified Xhaka as a main target. The former Italy captain wanted to strengthen Milan's midfield with the experienced Swiss international. Reports suggested Xhaka was prepared to negotiate personal terms with Milan officials. The player appeared open to moving from Germany to Italy. However, Leverkusen shut down all discussions before they could begin.
Rolfes spoke with German website Kicker about the transfer situation. He confirmed that Milan has not sent any formal offer to Leverkusen. The sporting director emphasized that his club will not entertain any proposals for Xhaka. Leverkusen views the midfielder as crucial to their tactical plans. The German team wants to keep their Swiss star for another season.
Earlier reports mentioned potential transfer fees between 8 and 10 million euros. These rumors suggested Leverkusen might consider selling Xhaka for the right price. The club's leadership has rejected such speculation completely. Rolfes made the final decision to retain the midfielder. Milan must search for other targets to improve their squad.
Paolo Maldini leads Milan's transfer efforts and identified Xhaka as a main target. The former Italy captain wanted to strengthen Milan's midfield with the experienced Swiss international. Reports suggested Xhaka was prepared to negotiate personal terms with Milan officials. The player appeared open to moving from Germany to Italy. However, Leverkusen shut down all discussions before they could begin.
Rolfes spoke with German website Kicker about the transfer situation. He confirmed that Milan has not sent any formal offer to Leverkusen. The sporting director emphasized that his club will not entertain any proposals for Xhaka. Leverkusen views the midfielder as crucial to their tactical plans. The German team wants to keep their Swiss star for another season.
Earlier reports mentioned potential transfer fees between 8 and 10 million euros. These rumors suggested Leverkusen might consider selling Xhaka for the right price. The club's leadership has rejected such speculation completely. Rolfes made the final decision to retain the midfielder. Milan must search for other targets to improve their squad.
