Milan had the chance to sign Benfica and Argentina star Enzo Fernandez in the summer and they’ll be frustrated with their inaction following his explosive work in Qatar.
The 21-year-old was given the FIFA Young Player Award for his work with Argentina at the World Cup in Qatar, having directly contributed to two goals on the Albiceleste’s path to the final. Fernandez is now one of the hottest prospects in Europe ahead of the January transfer window, giving Benfica the chance to cash in on their young talent.
As highlighted by Gianluca Di Marzio, Milan had the chance to sign Fernandez during the summer transfer window, when intermediaries offered him to various Italian clubs. The Rossoneri’s chief scout Geoffrey Moncada was a huge fan of the 21-year-old but the club decided not to make the move, instead focusing their efforts on Charles De Ketelaere.
Many top clubs around Europe are keen to pick up Fernandez in January and Liverpool have reportedly submitted a lucrative offer for the 21-year-old, something that will disappoint Milan for their inaction in the summer.