Aston Villa are in advanced negotiations to sign Pervis Estupiñán from Milan as the Serie A club attempts to raise €150 million through player sales this summer.
The Birmingham-based club have emerged as the frontrunners for the Ecuador international’s signature following his single season in Italy. The 28-year-old, who previously featured for Brighton in the Premier League, has been identified as a key target for Villa as they prepare for domestic and European campaigns.
The Rossoneri have already invested approximately €50 million in new arrivals Gonçalo Ramos and Mario Gila. However, after failing to qualify for the Champions League, the club must balance their books while generating funds for further reinforcements to manager Ruben Amorim’s squad.
Estupiñán appears closest to the exit door among several high-profile departures planned by the San Siro outfit. Italian media have reported conflicting valuations for the left-sided defender, with Gazzetta dello Sport suggesting Milan will demand €20 million but might eventually accept €15 million. Meanwhile, SportMediset claim the asking price currently stands at €18 million. Villa will hope to conclude negotiations at the lower end of this range.
The South American is not the only defender expected to leave. England centre-back Fikayo Tomori is also available for a reported €15 million fee. Additionally, central midfielders Youssouf Fofana, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Warren Bondo have been made available for offers. According to Gazzetta, these players do not feature in Amorim’s tactical plans, suggesting significant changes in the engine room.
Winger Rafael Leão represents the most valuable asset among those available, though his departure appears less certain. Milan have placed a €60 million valuation on the Portuguese international, but he has yet to attract formal bids from clubs in Europe’s top five leagues. This suggests the forward may remain in Italy unless a substantial offer materialises late in the window.
The wholesale clear-out reflects the significant financial pressures facing the seven-time European champions. Exclusion from the Champions League has forced a reassessment of their recruitment strategy and wage structure. Successfully reaching their €150 million target would substantially improve the club’s financial stability, reduce the salary burden, and allow fresh investment in key positions as they attempt to reclaim a place among Italy’s elite next season.