AC Milan have made formal enquiries to Arsenal regarding the availability of teenage prodigy Ethan Nwaneri, according to Corriere dello Sport.
The 19-year-old midfielder made headlines when he became the youngest player in Premier League history at 15 years and 181 days old.
Nwaneri has continued his rapid rise through the ranks, establishing himself as one of the most coveted talents to emerge from the Hale End academy in recent years.
Milan view Nwaneri as an ideal target to bolster their attacking midfield options, valuing his line-breaking vision and exceptional ball control in tight spaces.
Having gathered initial information on a potential deal, Milan are now deciding whether to turn their exploratory approach into a concrete offer before the transfer window closes.
However, Arsenal’s stance remains firm. They hold Nwaneri in high regard and want to keep him.
Arsneal are under no pressure to sell and have set a valuation of at least €35 million to test the resolve of interested European clubs.
Unless Milan or another suitor meets that valuation, Arsenal intend to keep Nwaneri integrated within their first-team plans as they look to compete on multiple fronts next season.
Milan are evaluating their transfer priorities, leaving the ball firmly in their court as they decide whether to meet Arsenal’s demands.
