Lazio have submitted a bid to take Yunus Musah on loan with an option to buy, though Milan are prioritising a permanent sale as new head coach Ruben Amorim conducts a personal assessment of the United States international during pre-season training. The 22-year-old faces an uncertain future at San Siro following an underwhelming loan spell at Atalanta, with interest from England adding further complexity to negotiations.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Biancocelesti have offered a €2 million loan fee with an €18 million option to make the transfer permanent, totalling €20 million. However, the Rossoneri would rather secure an outright sale to recoup part of the €21.2 million they paid Valencia in 2023, leaving the proposal under consideration.
Premier League Interest Remains Strong
While Lazio pursue their loan strategy, Leeds United and Ipswich Town continue to monitor the situation closely. Both Championship clubs have identified Musah as a target and could offer the regular first-team football that has eluded him in Italy.
The midfielder’s contract runs until June 2028, giving Milan leverage in negotiations, but his failure to establish himself in Serie A has diminished his market value. Amorim, who recently took charge, is using the pre-season period to determine whether Musah fits his tactical plans before sanctioning any departure.
Atalanta Loan Offers Mixed Evidence
Musah’s recent form provides Amorim with limited evidence of his capabilities. During his season-long loan at Atalanta, he made 27 appearances but started only six matches, contributing two goals and one assist. The limited playing time mirrored his struggles at Milan, where he has been unable to secure a regular starting role since arriving two years ago.
Analyst Carlo Pellegatti noted that while Amorim sees potential attributes others have missed, the midfielder has yet to demonstrate consistent quality in Italian football. The coming weeks will prove decisive as Amorim completes his evaluation, with Leeds and other suitors waiting to discover whether the Portuguese coach will clear Musah for a permanent exit or offer him a final opportunity to prove his worth at Milan.