Milan’s Endrick Approach Rejected as Fofana Exits and Tomori Stays

Milan’s deadline-period activity centred on a rejected approach for Real Madrid forward Endrick, Youssouf Fofana’s loan move to Sevilla, and a last-minute twist that saw Fikayo Tomori’s expected exit collapse entirely.

Real Madrid informed Milan that an Endrick deal wouldn’t be sanctioned before the next transfer window, while Tomori, who had been expected to join Fulham, was instead reinstated into Ruben Amorim’s squad once the window closed.

Endrick Deal Background

Milan’s reported pursuit of Endrick developed after the club signed Omari Hutchinson.

Owner Gerry Cardinale sought Jorge Mendes’ help to speak with Real Madrid, with several players discussed between the clubs, including Brahim Diaz.

Those discussions subsequently led to Milan attempting a move for Endrick.

Cardinale held talks with Florentino Perez over a possible transfer, while Amorim was also interested in the Brazilian forward.

Real Madrid informed Milan that a deal wouldn’t be possible until the next transfer window opens.

Longo’s report also said that Endrick and Real Madrid weren’t concerned by his place in the squad, with the player attracted by Champions League football and confident of finding space in the side.

Milan’s interest isn’t necessarily over. Cardinale had noted the conditions of a potential deal and Milan could make a further move in January if an opportunity becomes available.

That thread follows earlier speculation over Endrick’s availability.

Fofana Departs For Sevilla As Milan Trim The Midfield

Youssouf Fofana has joined Sevilla on a season-long loan without an obligation to buy, confirmed through 30 June 2027.

The move came together as a last-minute solution on deadline day itself, according to reporting on the final hours of Milan’s transfer window.

The loan leaves Milan without a purchase obligation attached to the arrangement, allowing the club to reassess Fofana’s position when it ends.

His departure is part of a wider period of movement in the squad, following on from FootItalia’s earlier report on his transfer situation.

Tomori’s Fulham Move Collapses, Player Reinstated

Tomori had been excluded from Milan’s project for weeks, with a move to Fulham reportedly gaining real traction in the closing days of the window, at a fee believed to be around €15 million.

He travelled to London to await developments alongside his agent as the deal appeared close to completion. But the transfer window closed before the move could be finalised.

Rather than remaining in limbo, Tomori received a call from Amorim informing him he had been welcomed back into the squad. He’s expected to return to training at Milanello this week.

The reversal caps a turbulent few weeks for the 28-year-old, which had also included previous interest from other Premier League clubs, including Aston Villa, and an earlier Coventry City attempt.

Separately, Milan had also been interested in Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel, with contact made weeks earlier.

According to reporting at the time, the player’s cost had proven difficult for Milan, although a possible Tomori fee could have altered the club’s position had that sale gone through.

What Happens Next For Milan’s Squad

Endrick’s situation remains dependent on Real Madrid’s position when the transfer window reopens in January.

Milan’s reported interest has been described as contingent on an opportunity emerging, rather than an immediate agreement.

Fofana’s Sevilla loan is already in place, while Tomori’s situation has now resolved itself in the opposite direction to what had been expected, with the defender back in Amorim’s plans for the time being rather than departing the club.

Milan’s deadline activity therefore combines a confirmed loan out, a rejected approach for a future target, and one player retained after a deal fell through at the very last moment.