AC Milan are actively weighing a move for a left-footed trequartista in the January transfer window to fit manager Rúben Amorim’s tactical demands, with Real Madrid’s Endrick emerging as a primary target alongside alternative options across Europe, according to reports in Italian sports media.
Tactical Demands Under Rúben Amorim
The tactical identity implemented by Rúben Amorim relies heavily on a 3-4-2-1 system where the two trequartistas serve crucial linking roles between midfield and attack. Rather than functioning simply as traditional forwards, these players must construct passing lanes, generate offensive solutions, and supply consistent assists. While Christian Pulisic provides significant quality and unpredictability for the Rossoneri, Amorim currently lacks an equivalent natural left-footed option on that side of the pitch. Omari Hutchinson can fill the role, but club evaluations view him primarily as a rotation piece rather than a primary solution for a grueling campaign.
Endrick Tops the January Target List
Real Madrid forward Endrick has been identified as the major objective for the Milan board heading into the winter market. The young Brazilian fits the exact profile required by Amorim due to his left-footed technical ability and his capacity to operate both as an out-and-out striker and behind the main forward line. Milan previously explored the possibility of a deal during the summer transfer window in an extensive negotiation that ultimately failed to take off. Whether a January deal progresses depends entirely on Real Madrid’s stance. Carlo Ancelotti recently stressed the need for minutes for the youngster, noting that if he does not play, he cannot progress, which has sparked loan interest from both Milan and AS Roma. Real Madrid’s valuation and internal decisions will dictate whether the interest materializes into a formal transfer.
Alternative Targets Across Europe
Should the pursuit of Endrick prove unsuccessful, Milan have lined up several alternatives to strengthen the squad’s creative department. Alvyn Sanches of BSC Young Boys stands out as a prominent option, with the central offensive midfielder drawing praise as one of the brightest young talents in Swiss football. Another name monitored by scouting staff is Bobby Gardiner, who caught the attention of talent evaluators after contributing seven goals across his first ten matches of the season. Earlier reports also linked the club to profiles like Matías Soulé and Harvey Elliott during previous windows, demonstrating the extensive net cast by the Rossoneri management as they prepare for January reinforcements.
What Lies Ahead
With the domestic schedule paused, the Milan hierarchy will continue assessing their squad depth and evaluating financial parameters before the winter transfer window officially opens in January.
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