Joe Gomez linked with summer move to Serie A giants
Milan’s interest underscores Gomez’s reputation as a versatile defender capable of playing across the backline
Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that AC Milan are exploring defensive reinforcements, with Liverpool’s Joe Gomez among the players on their shortlist.
The Rossoneri have been pursuing Manchester City centre-back Manuel Akanji, but with the Swiss international reluctant to entertain a move, Milan are now considering alternative options.
Di Marzio explains: “The Rossoneri are considering signing Manuel Akanji, Manchester City defender.
“The Swiss, born in 1995, has not yet opened up to the Italian club, and for this reason, other options are being evaluated.”
Among those alternatives, Villarreal’s Juan Foyth is under consideration. However, the standout name likely to attract Premier League attention is Joe Gomez.
According to the report: “In addition to Juan Foyth of Villarreal, another evaluated name is Joe Gomez, the English centre-back of Liverpool.”
Milan’s interest underscores Gomez’s reputation as a versatile defender capable of playing across the backline.
At just 28 years old, he boasts experience at the highest level, having won both the Champions League and Premier League with Liverpool, and brings pace and composure that could suit Serie A.
Despite this, a potential exit appears complicated given Liverpool’s current situation under manager Arne Slot.
Gomez has began the new season as a reliable squad option following the departures of Jarell Quansah and Trent Alexander-Arnold earlier this summer.
Slot has already strengthened the full-back positions by signing Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, while also adding young defender Giovanni Leoni from Parma.
Even so, the Reds remain in the market for Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, reportedly for around £30million.
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