Milan’s transfer market never stops and the red‑black management is already looking ahead to the January 2027 winter window to bolster the squad available to Rúben Amorim. Under the close direction of powerful Portuguese agent Jorge Mendes, head of the Gestifute agency and increasingly acting as the club’s "shadow sporting director" in Serie A, the Devil has set its guidelines: the goal is to secure centre‑back Leny Yoro from Manchester United and left‑back Alejandro Balde from Barcelona, the latter identified as the perfect replacement for Pervis Estupiñán, who has not yet fully convinced the technical staff.

Hot seat with Jorge Mendes: Gestifute designs Milan's future?

Milan’s need to move decisively on two specific positions stems from precise structural assessments. On one hand the defence requires an injection of international experience, on the other the left flank demands a qualitative boost. The erratic performance of Pervis Estupiñán has pushed Amorim and the management to look beyond, planning a top‑level replacement on the left wing.

Leny Yoro for defence: the perfect profile for a back three

The 2005‑born player has an important rating on specialised platforms such as Transfermarkt, but the preferred channels between Mendes and the Red Devils could favour a deal structured as a loan with an option or obligation to buy under conditions, allowing Milan to add a potential top player without immediately affecting the liquidity index, thus safeguarding the balance sheet.

Alejandro Balde full‑throttle: the ultimate weapon for Amorim's 3-4-2-1

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