French defender Theo Hernandez moves closer to joining Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal every day. The Milan star has already shaken hands on personal terms with the Middle Eastern giants. Al-Hilal bosses waited until their Club World Cup campaign ended before pushing forward with talks. The Saudi team crashed out against Brazilian side Fluminense and can focus on transfers again. Coach Simone Inzaghi made Hernandez his top target from day one.
Al-Hilal dangled a massive 20 million euro yearly contract in front of the French international. Hernandez jumped at the chance after his move to Atletico Madrid fell through completely. The player wants the Saudi adventure and the huge payday that comes with it. Milan and Al-Hilal need to agree on the final transfer price before anything becomes official. The clubs remain just a few million euros apart on the deal.
Al-Hilal put 20 million euros on the table with another 5 million in performance bonuses. Milan demands a straight 25 million euro payment without any strings attached. Sources believe both sides will meet somewhere in the middle very soon. The gap looks tiny compared to the massive contract Hernandez will sign.
Hernandez skipped Milan training this week and received extra time off from the club. His absence sends a clear message that his departure looms large. Teammates Ismael Bennacer and Yacine Adli also missed the session as they hunt for new clubs. Rafael Leao posted an emotional message on Instagram about losing his friend.
Al-Hilal dangled a massive 20 million euro yearly contract in front of the French international. Hernandez jumped at the chance after his move to Atletico Madrid fell through completely. The player wants the Saudi adventure and the huge payday that comes with it. Milan and Al-Hilal need to agree on the final transfer price before anything becomes official. The clubs remain just a few million euros apart on the deal.
Al-Hilal put 20 million euros on the table with another 5 million in performance bonuses. Milan demands a straight 25 million euro payment without any strings attached. Sources believe both sides will meet somewhere in the middle very soon. The gap looks tiny compared to the massive contract Hernandez will sign.
Hernandez skipped Milan training this week and received extra time off from the club. His absence sends a clear message that his departure looms large. Teammates Ismael Bennacer and Yacine Adli also missed the session as they hunt for new clubs. Rafael Leao posted an emotional message on Instagram about losing his friend.
