GdS: Built previous markets on similar targets – Milan have Plan B if Rashford pursuit fails | OneFootball

Despite the heavy interest in Marcus Rashford, AC Milan are not putting all of their eggs in a single basket and have a Plan B if their pursuit fails.

Milan’s number one target for the January mercato seems to be Marcus Rashford, and with Zlatan Ibrahimovic hinting at action being taken in the market, a statement signing is to be expected. In the run-up to the mercato’s opening, there were suggestions about Samuele Ricci, but it seems this will now be a summer mission.

Therefore, the move for Rashford seems to fit the bill of what could be required.

The terms of a deal are still being worked out, but reports today suggest that the winger is ready to take a hit on his wages to secure a move away from Old Trafford, something which would only further appeal to the Rossoneri.

Should they fail to land the Englishman though, they already have a backup plan ready. Instead of Rashford, they would go for Francisco Trincao, the Sporting Lisbon winger, as Gazzetta dello Sport write (via Milan News). At 25-years-old he presents a great opportunity, with seven goals so far this season.

In addition to this, his contract expires in the summer of 2026, which is a similar parameter to how the Rossoneri have structured and built deals in recent years – targeting players who have 18 months or less on their deals.