Arsenal target Emil Forsberg, an RB Leipzig midfielder, is reportedly open to an AC Milan even if they cannot offer Champions League football.
According to a report by The Sun, Emil Forsberg is keen to join AC Milan this summer despite Arsenal being long-time contenders in signing the midfielder.
Forsberg is understood to be interested in joining the Italian club even if they will not play Champions League football, having qualified only for the Europa League. Interestingly, his current club RB Leipzig did qualify for the Champions League by finishing second in the Bundesliga, but Forsberg is seeking a move outside.
The 25-year-old, often called the ‘assist king’, scored eight goals and supplied 19 assists for Leipzig as he starred in a crucial role for their shock Bundesliga title challenge just a year after getting promoted to the top flight. He signed a contract extension for a year back in February which extended his date till 2022.
Arsenal were keen on the midfielder back in April after Forsberg received praise for his note-worthy contributions for the German club, but Wenger will have to act fast since Forsberg now seems to be interested in playing for Milan.
After a disappointing Serie-A season, AC Milan are looking to rebuild their team and Forster is likely to be one of the targets since they do need a set-piece specialist. The Rossoneri’s new Chinese owners are helping to bring in the deals after Milan already secured deals for Mateo Musacchio, Franck Kessie and Ricardo Rodriguez.
Discussions to sign players like Andrea Conti, Lucas Biglia and Keita Balde Diao are ongoing, and now Forsberg will be added to the list. Along with AC Milan and Arsenal, Bayern Munich were also interested in signing the midfielder.
