Simon Rolfes, the sporting director of Bayer Leverkusen, announced a decisive stance by rejecting any negotiations with Milan regarding the transfer of Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka during the summer transfer window.

Milan had shown significant interest in acquiring Xhaka, as confirmed by AC Milan's sporting director, Paolo Maldini, stating that the player is a top priority for the club to strengthen the midfield. Reports also indicated that the player was ready to negotiate personal terms with the Italian club.

In statements to the German website "Kicker," Rolfes emphasized that Leverkusen has not received any offer from Milan and will not open the door for negotiations regarding Xhaka's departure, confirming that the Swiss international is considered a crucial and extremely important element in the team's plans for the upcoming season.

This stance from Leverkusen comes despite previous rumors suggesting that the club might agree to the player's departure for a fee ranging between 8 and 10 million euros, but the German club's management has made its final position clear by insisting on keeping Xhaka within the team.