MILAN, June 27. Marc Casado’s future has taken a fresh twist with reports that the Barcelona midfielder has been offered to AC Milan, as the 22 year old seeks regular first team football away from Camp Nou .
The Spain international, who has struggled for game time under Hansi Flick, is expected to depart Barcelona this summer after coming to the conclusion that his limited involvement from last season will not improve next term . According to Diario Sport, Casado’s agent Jorge Mendes has made contact with Milan to propose a move for his client, who prefers to remain in Europe rather than pursue lucrative options in Saudi Arabia .
Milan exploring deal under Amorim
The Rossoneri, now under the management of former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, are seeking midfield reinforcements with Youssouf Fofana expected to leave San Siro . Mendes, who has strong links with Milan and already played a key role in their pursuit of PSG striker Gonçalo Ramos, is understood to be pushing the Serie A side to incorporate the Spaniard into their squad .
However, several barriers remain. Barcelona are seeking a fee in the region of €20 million for the academy graduate, which would represent pure profit given his La Masia background . Milan, for their part, are reluctant to commit to such an outlay immediately and are understood to favour an initial loan with an option to buy .
Any move would also depend on Milan freeing up space in midfield, with Fofana among those expected to depart before new arrivals are sanctioned .
Betis provide alternative option
Milan are not Casado’s only potential destination. Real Betis have also emerged as candidates, with the Andalusian side monitoring his situation as they prepare for the departure of Sergi Altimira to Sporting Lisbon . However, Betis would need to generate funds through player sales before making a concrete move and could only afford a creative formula, potentially buying a percentage of the player’s rights similar to other recent operations between the clubs .
While interest has arrived from Saudi Arabia, Casado’s priority remains continuing his career in Europe, a stance that has complicated negotiations with clubs unwilling to meet Barcelona’s €20 million valuation . The midfielder is understood to be taking a patient approach, intent on choosing a project that offers him a meaningful role rather than merely serving as a squad player .
