Hutchinson introduces himself to Milan fans: 'Amorim wanted me'
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New AC Milan signing Hutchinson revealed that former Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim was keen on signing him before his move to the Rossoneri.
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Attributed to original sourceOmari Hutchinson has revealed that Ruben Amorim was instrumental in his move to Milan, explaining that the Rossoneri coach was impressed by him after seeing him play against Manchester United.
The 22-year-old was officially presented as a Milan signing at the club’s Flagship Store on Via Dante in Milan.
Asked how the opportunity to join Milan came about, Hutchinson said: “The manager wanted me, I think he spoke to the people above, they were very interested as well.
“It was kind of easy, because I played against him for the United game, I think he was really impressed with me. He said they needed a player for that position who was left-footed and I fit the criteria, so it wasn’t too hard.”
MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 28: Ruben Amorim, Manager of AC Milan, looks on before the Serie A match between AC Milan and Venezia FC at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on August 28, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) Hutchinson: ‘Amorim said I impressed him’ Hutchinson also discussed the goal he scored against Amorim’s side, with his further comments translated from Italian source MilanNews.it .
“Yes, I remember the goal. As I said before, in my first game against Amorim I did well. He said I impressed him and I think that is very important. Since I arrived, he has helped me a lot and speaks to me often. He has been really exceptional with me.”
The former Arsenal and Chelsea prospect was then asked whether he prefers scoring or providing assists.
“It depends. Sometimes I like making assists, it gives me joy, but scoring also gives me confidence. So I would say both. You need to do both: to become a better player, you have to be able to do everything, so I try to do it as much as possible.”
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What happened
AC Milan's latest signing Hutchinson has been formally introduced to the club's supporters, taking the opportunity to reveal that Ruben Amorim — now at Manchester United but previously his manager — had expressed strong interest in bringing him in. The comments suggest Hutchinson had attracted attention from elite-level coaching circles before completing his transfer to Milan. The nature of the deal and Hutchinson's role in Milan's squad remain to be clarified as the club continues its transfer activity.
Chance analysis
Hutchinson's arrival adds another layer to AC Milan's ongoing squad rebuild, and his comments linking the move to Amorim's prior interest underline the scouting networks at play between elite clubs. If Amorim had been tracking him closely, it validates the talent profile Milan believe they are acquiring. For Milan supporters, the early messaging is about a hungry, motivated signing — the kind of introduction the club hopes will resonate in a season where squad cohesion will be decisive.
A new addition to AC Milan's squad whose exact role and impact remain to be seen, with a minor morale boost from a player publicly eager to be at the club.