Vlahovic in a Transfer Duel: Milan, Chelsea, and Newcastle Battle Juventus for a Star
3 February 2026
Vlahovic at the Center of a Milan-Chelsea-Newcastle Transfer Duel
AC Milan has joined Chelsea and Newcastle United in a high-stakes chase for Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic, as his departure from Juventus appears imminent amid stalled renewal talks.
According to Calcio Mercato, Juventus regard a new deal as unlikely, with no scheduled meetings to discuss an extension before the season ends.
Milan is viewed as the leading Italian suitor, and the Rossoneri are hopeful that Massimiliano Allegri's previous discussions with the player could help persuade him to move to the Italian club, especially given past contact between the two sides.
Competitors outside Italy include Chelsea and Newcastle United, who have previously inquired about costs and the feasibility of meeting Vlahovic's wage demands.
Milan also must navigate a crowded forward line that already features Rafael Leao and Nkunku (on loan with an option to buy), among others, while salary gaps pose a major hurdle: Vlahovic earns around €12 million net per year, far above Milan's cap of roughly €7 million.
With the transfer window open, the coming weeks should reveal where Vlahovic lands and whether Milan can outpace financially stronger rivals.
Punchline 1: If Milan lands him, their strike force might finally stop being a rumor and start being a revenue stream—talk about turning tables on accounting!
Punchline 2: And if the deal fizzles, at least Juventus will have a fresh invoice to show the tax man—the only thing in this saga that keeps rising faster than a striker’s salary.
