AC Milan have officially completed the signing of Italian midfielder Samuele Ricci from Torino on a permanent transfer, bringing an end to months of speculation surrounding the 23-year-old’s future.
Transfer Details
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The Rossoneri have secured Ricci’s services for a fee of approximately €25 million including bonuses, significantly lower than Torino’s initial asking price of €35 million. The midfielder has signed a five-year contract that will keep him at San Siro until June 30, 2029, with AC Milan holding an option to extend the deal until June 30, 2030.
Ricci will wear the number 4 jersey for his new club, marking a significant addition to Milan’s midfield options for the upcoming season.
Negotiation Process
The transfer saga had been ongoing since January, with negotiations between the two clubs stretching over several months. Ricci underwent his medical examination on July 3rd, clearing the final hurdle before the official announcement.
Torino president Urbano Cairo confirmed that the club had “satisfied the player’s will,” acknowledging that Ricci was “very pleased” to make the move to the seven-time European champions.
The Italian international midfielder is AC Milan’s first major signing of the 2025 summer transfer window. His arrival is expected to strengthen Milan’s midfield depth as they prepare for both domestic and European competitions in the upcoming season.
This signing shows that AC Milan is ready to commit to investing in young Italian talent, securing one of Serie A’s most promising midfielders. The successful negotiation also shows Milan’s ability to secure their targets despite initial high valuations from selling clubs.
The transfer is now complete, with Ricci expected to join his new teammates for pre-season preparations ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
