Official: Milan confirm Pavlovic contract extension
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AC Milan have officially announced a contract extension for defender Strahinja Pavlovic, securing his long-term future at the club.
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Attributed to original sourceMilan confirm that Strahinja Pavlović has signed a contract extension until June 2031.
Multiple Italian sources reported on Tuesday that Milan and Pavlović had reached an agreement on a new deal, and the club has now confirmed it.
Pavlovic extends Milan contract: official statement MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 28: Strahinja Pavlovic and Matteo Gabbia of AC Milan celebrate after 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) “AC Milan is pleased to announce that Strahinja Pavlović has signed a contract extension until 30 June 2031, with an option to extend,” the Rossoneri said on Wednesday.
“Since joining the Rossoneri in July 2024, Strahinja has continued to grow, establishing himself as a point of reference through his professionalism, charisma and leadership, as well as the strong sense of belonging that distinguishes him both on and off the pitch.
GENOA, ITALY – MAY 17: Lorenzo Colombo of Genoa (left) and Strahinja Pavlovic of Milan vie for the ball during the Serie A match between Genoa CFC and AC Milan at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on May 17, 2026 in Genoa, Italy. (Photo by Simone Arveda/Getty Images) “Pavlović has made 80 appearances for AC Milan, 75 of them as a starter, and scored 7 goals. This contract extension builds on the journey that began two years ago and lays the foundations for the future, reflecting the ambition to continue moving forward together and achieve new milestones.”
Pavlovic, 25, joined Milan from RB Salzburg in 2024 for €18.5m.
He has provided one assist in seven appearances across all competitions this season.
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What happened
AC Milan have confirmed the contract extension of central defender Strahinja Pavlovic, committing the Serbian international to the club beyond his current deal. The official announcement ends any lingering uncertainty over his future and signals Milan's intent to build their defensive project around the former Red Bull Salzburg man. Pavlovic arrived at Milan in 2024 and has become a key figure in the backline, making the renewal a significant show of faith from both parties.
Chance analysis
Milan moving to lock down Strahinja Pavlovic on a new contract removes a major question mark over one of the pillars of their defense. The Serbian centre-back has grown into a central role since his arrival, and tying him down signals continuity and stability at the back as Milan shape their squad for the coming seasons. For supporters, this is a clear statement of intent: the club sees Pavlovic as part of its long-term project rather than a player to be sold or allowed to drift toward free agency.
Stabilizes Milan's defensive core by securing Pavlovic long-term, eliminating potential transfer distraction and reinforcing squad continuity.