Milan Stands Firm on Samuele Ricci Transfer Talks With Como
Como has initiated discussions for the potential acquisition of midfielder Samuele Ricci, yet AC Milan is maintaining a strict stance on the terms of any agreement as the Serie A season gets underway.
Reports from Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto indicate that Como has achieved a broad understanding with Ricci’s representatives. This move aligns with Como’s necessity for more Italian-qualified players to fulfill squad-list mandates for both Serie A and their inaugural Champions League season.
Cesc Fabregas views Ricci as a strong strategic fit for the team. However, Como’s initial proposal—a loan with an option to buy—has been firmly rejected by Milan, who are seeking a permanent transfer after securing Ricci from Torino last summer for over €20 million.
Ricci, who has made 34 appearances and scored once during a challenging debut season at AC Milan, finds himself alongside other players like Tomori and Fofana who are considered surplus to coach Ruben Amorim’s requirements.
Currently, Ricci is under contract with Milan until 2029, earning a reported net salary of €2.5 million. Additionally, Atalanta has expressed interest in the midfielder, with Maurizio Sarri reportedly keen on him, providing Milan with an alternative should negotiations with Como falter concerning financial arrangements.
Como have opened talks over a move for Samuele Ricci, though Milan are refusing to budge on the structure of any deal as the Serie A season gets underway.
According to Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto, via CalcioMercato, Como have reached a broad agreement with Ricci’s camp, driven partly by a need for more Italian-qualified players to meet squad-list requirements for both Serie A and their debut Champions League campaign.
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Cesc Fabregas sees the midfielder as a good tactical fit, but Como’s opening proposal, a loan with an option to buy, has been flatly rejected by Milan, who want a permanent sale after paying over €20m for Ricci from Torino last summer.
FLORENCE, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Samuele Ricci of AC Milan in action during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and AC Milan at Artemio Franchi on January 11, 2026 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
Milan want a permanent sale for Como target Ricci
Ricci made 34 appearances and scored once in a difficult debut season at San Siro, and is one of several players, including Tomori and Fofana, deemed surplus to Ruben Amorim’s plans.
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He’s contracted to Milan until 2029 on a reported €2.5m net salary.
Atalanta have also made contact over the midfielder, with Maurizio Sarri said to be an admirer, giving Milan a second option if talks with Como stall over the financial structure.
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