Milan await offers from Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest for unwanted duo
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AC Milan are waiting on proposals from Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest for two players the club is looking to offload this window.
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Attributed to original sourceMilan’s unwanted duo, Fikayo Tomori and Youssouf Fofana, have attracted interest from Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest, respectively, but according to Gazzetta , the Rossoneri are still waiting for formal offers.
Milan are waiting for offers for Tomori and Fofana, who are not part of Ruben Amorim’s plans and have been left out of the Rossoneri’s Serie A squad for 2026-27.
Milan ready to sell Tomori and Fofana CREMONA, ITALY – MARCH 01: Fikayo Tomori of AC Milan in action during the Serie A match between US Cremonese and AC Milan at Stadio Giovanni Zini on March 01, 2026 in Cremona, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images) It is no secret that Tomori has attracted interest from Aston Villa but, according to Gazzetta, the Rossoneri haven’t yet received a formal offer from the Premier League side, which has already signed Zion Suzuki from Parma and Italian defender Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid.
Likewise, Fofana has recently emerged as a transfer target for Nottingham Forest, but yet again the Rossoneri are waiting for an official proposal from the English club.
PARMA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 08: Youssouf Fofana of AC Milan during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and AC Milan at Stadio Ennio Tardini on November 08, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) TURIN, ITALY – AUGUST 23: Ruben Amorim, Head Coach of AC Milan reacts during the Serie A match between Torino FC and AC Milan at Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino on August 23, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) According to Gazzetta, Forest remain the “most likely” destination for Fofana, who was a semi-regular starter under Massimiliano Allegri last season.
Milan made their 2026-27 Serie A debut against Torino on Sunday, securing an away 2-1 win.
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What happened
AC Milan are actively trying to move on two fringe players before the transfer window closes, with both Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest monitoring the situation. Milan are open to offers and waiting for formal approaches from the Premier League clubs. The Italian side are keen to trim the squad and recoup funds, making them receptive to negotiations as both English clubs weigh up their options.
Chance analysis
Milan's willingness to negotiate with two Premier League sides highlights the club's determination to streamline their squad and generate transfer revenue. For Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest, targeting Serie A talent has become a familiar recruitment pattern, with both clubs having previously invested in Italian football's player pool. Whether concrete bids materialise will depend on the asking price and the players' willingness to move, but Milan have effectively signalled that exits are welcome.
Milan's first-team depth could be reduced if both players leave, while Aston Villa or Nottingham Forest would gain reinforcements if deals are completed.