Milan’s commitment to their youth project is being put to the test as interest grows in one of their brightest defensive prospects. According to a report by Gazzetta dello Sport, teenage left-back Davide Bartesaghi has caught the eye of several clubs in the Premier League.
The English top flight is increasingly looking toward the San Siro for talent, with scouts from Premier League sides reportedly monitoring Bartesaghi’s development. It is believed that Arsenal were interested in a move in the summer.
Despite the tempting prospect of a move abroad, Milan has no intention of letting the 19-year-old walk away. The Rossoneri management views the defender as a vital pillar of the club’s long-term project and is already working on a plan to secure his future.
Bartesaghi is currently tied to a contract until June 2030. The club’s strategy is clear: they want to avoid another situation where a homegrown talent is lured away by the financial muscle of English football before they can make a significant impact in a Milan shirt.
The youngster, who has already made several appearances under the bright lights of Serie A, is seen as the natural deputy—and eventual successor—to Theo Hernandez. While the sirens from England are loud, Bartesaghi remains focused on his growth at Milanello, where the technical staff continues to refine his physical and tactical attributes.
Kaustubh Pandey I GIFN
