Team report: Milan is seeking right-back Gera Douai for 15 million euros, Strasbourg has higher price

reported on July 8 that Serie A giant AC Milan offered 15 million euros to buy Strasbourg right-back Gera Douai.

This time of each year, Strasbourg is very active in the transfer market, whether it is introducing or selling players. Strasbourg faces another defender being poached this week.

AC Milan expressed interest in Gera Douai. The news had been circulating in the Italian media a few weeks ago, and in recent hours, Milan has submitted a 15 million euro offer to the Strasbourg club. Although the offer is unlikely to be accepted, it marks a priority for Milan at the right-back position.

In July 2024, Strasbourg signed the 22-year-old Côte d'Ivoire international from Rennes for 6.5 million euros (excluding bonuses). In the just-concluded season, Douai became a key player of the team, helping Strasbourg achieve 7th place in the league and qualify for the European Union. Douai performed well in both the right wing and right centre-back positions in the three-back system.

According to AC Milan's assessment, his value has doubled. Head coach Allegri appreciates his outstanding ability in confrontation and passing and his all-rounder characteristics. However, for Strasbourg, the player who signed with the team until June 2029 will obviously be more expensive.