Milan closing in on deal for Popovic despite Man City interest – report 

Milan are reportedly closing in on a deal for highly-rated teenage expertise Matija Popovic on a free switch from Partizan Belgrade based on Sunday’s updates. 

The 17-year-old, who will flip 18 on January 8, is now into the ultimate week of his contract within the Serbian capital and can formally grow to be a free agent on January 1. 

Calciomercato.com reviews that Milan have reached an settlement with Popvic and his entourage over a five-year deal, which is able to run till the summer season of 2029. 

Sunday’s report additionally particulars that Popvic will journey to Milan inside the first two weeks of the brand new yr and can formally put pen to paper on his Milan contract shortly afterwards. 

There had been some final minute reservations over Popovic’s signing from Milan’s facet, as administration had reportedly been involved about filling up a helpful non-EU slot within the squad. 

There had additionally been an tried intervention from current Membership World Cup champions Manchester Metropolis, nevertheless their curiosity solely intensified Milan’s want to safe a deal for Popovic. 

Now each of these points have been put to mattress, Popovic is predicted to grow to be a Milan participant within the coming weeks.