Ramos set to become Milan's highest earner on top of staggering transfer fee
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Ramos is poised to join AC Milan on a massive transfer fee and become the club's top earner.
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Attributed to original sourceSaturday’s reports indicate that Goncalo Ramos will sit at the top of the Rossoneri wage bill once his transfer from PSG is completed, on top of a staggering transfer fee, which some outlets suggest could even surpass the €80m mark.
Ramos set to overtake Leao as Milan’s record transfer and highest earner According to reports from various outlets on Friday, Milan have secured a deal to bring Portugal international Ramos to San Siro ahead of the 2026-27 season in a transfer that will comfortably make him the most expensive signing in the club’s history.
There have been conflicting reports over the exact cost of the transfer, but reports from Fabrizio Romano indicate that the fixed fee will be set at €74m. Some reports in Italy claim that if all bonuses are reached and with commission fees included, the deal could exceed the €80m mark.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – MAY 30: Goncalo Ramos of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates scoring the team’s first penalty in the penalty shoot out during the UEFA Champions League Final 2026 match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal FC at Puskas Arena on May 30, 2026 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) This is significantly higher than Milan’s previous transfer record: The €49.4m they paid over several instalments to sign Rafael Leao from Lille back in 2019.
According to the latest updates on Saturday, Ramos is also set to become the club’s highest earner and is set to take home a guaranteed salary of €7m per season.
Leao is currently the highest earner on the Rossoneri books, also earning around €7m per season, but with bonuses included.
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What happened
AC Milan are closing in on the signing of Ramos, who is set to arrive on a substantial transfer fee that will make him the highest-paid player at the club. The financial package reflects Milan's significant investment in the player, signaling a major statement of intent. This move would represent one of the most high-profile acquisitions in Milan's recent transfer history.
Chance analysis
A high-earning marquee signing reshapes Milan's wage structure and signals aggressive squad investment. Becoming the club's top earner implies a leadership/starting role is expected, likely impacting tactical plans and squad hierarchy in Serie A. The staggering transfer fee suggests Milan see this as a transformative addition rather than a depth signing.
Milan's wage bill increases significantly and Ramos is expected to be a key starter impacting their Serie A performance.
Milan's defensive/attacking shape may shift around Ramos; treat as a confirmed starter with elevated goalscoring/conceding expectations.