AC Milan is already preparing Maignan's farewell

The renewal of the Frenchman is not guaranteed and there is already a clear candidate to replace him

Héctor Andreu | 22 Sep 2025 | 17.45
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Milan wants to sign Restes to forget about Maignan / Milenio.
Milan wants to sign Restes to forget about Maignan / Milenio.

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AC Milan finds itself at an important crossroads regarding the future of Mike Maignan, who seems to be getting closer to the end of his time at San Siro. The renewal of the French goalkeeper is stuck, and there are interested parties at San Siro.

The French goalkeeper, a key piece in winning the 2022 Scudetto and the January Supercoppa Italia, has shown no signs of wanting to extend his contract, which expires at the end of the season. Despite the efforts of the Rossoneri board, negotiations remain at a standstill, and the most likely scenario points towards an exit.

AC Milan prepares for Maignan's farewell, and Restes is the top contender

In this situation, as reported by 'Calciomercato', the Lombard club is already moving in the market to find a reliable replacement. According to sources close to the club, the name that resonates the most is Guillaume Restes, a young goalkeeper from Toulouse who, at just 19 years old, has emerged as one of the major prospects in Ligue 1.

Restes, a youth international with France, stands out for his security in goal, explosive reflexes, and maturity despite his young age. Standing at 185 centimeters, he combines agility and reading of the game, along with being a natural leader on the field. It's no coincidence that he is already a confirmed starter at his hometown club and attracting interest from several European giants.

AC Milan's strategy aims to reinforce a key position that had become one of the team's pillars since Maignan's arrival from Lille in 2021. The Rossoneri's goal cannot be left unprotected, especially in a context where the club aims to return to the forefront in both Serie A and the Champions League.

Other names like Elia Caprile currently at Cagliari, or Zion Suzuki, the goalkeeper from Parma, have also been mentioned in discussions at Via Aldo Rossi. However, the focus on Restes gains more strength due to several factors: his French nationality, fitting the recent Milan tradition in that position, the good relationship between the club and Toulouse, and the huge potential of the young goalkeeper.

Restes, option to replace Maignan

Meanwhile, coach Massimiliano Allegri is keen on Maignan staying until the end of the season and potentially winning one last title in the Milan jersey, possibly in the Coppa Italia. However, the reality is that the club is already preparing for a future without their captain.

The move for Restes could become one of the most strategic maneuvers in the upcoming transfer market, ensuring AC Milan a top-level replacement and securing continuity in such a crucial position. If his arrival is confirmed, Rossoneri fans will witness a new French talent taking over from Maignan, strengthening the historic connection between Milan and the great French goalkeepers.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Milán ya prepara el adiós de Maignan

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