Milan has recently been linked with Issa Doumbia, a 23-year-old Italian central midfielder. Former sporting director Igle Tare revealed the club's past interest. Tare, who departed from his position in May, stated that he had been very determined to sign Doumbia. Tare had considered him a favorite and a fundamental player for the project following the January market, prior to the midfielder's move to Sporting. Napoli has also been linked with the player. His agent, Cheikh Fall, told Stile TV that informal conversations with Napoli occurred, but a formal offer was not made. Juventus is another club that remains attentive; their previous pursuit was hindered by Venezia's policy of not selling to other Serie A clubs.
Sporting signed Doumbia for a €20 million fee, which could increase by €6 million in bonuses, and his contract includes an €80 million release clause. The Italian international has five caps for his country. His contract with the Portuguese club is valid until 2031, and his market value is listed by Transfermarkt as €20.00M.
