The website "Fichajes" confirmed that the French goalkeeper Mike Maignan feels that his role at AC Milan has reached its end, after proving his worth in the last match against Roma, where he saved a crucial penalty from Paulo Dybala, which renewed the discussion about his future with the Italian team, especially with his contract nearing its end in July.

Since joining from French club Lille in May 2021, Maignan has become a key goalkeeper and a reference both on and off the pitch, directly contributing to the team's victory in the Italian Super Cup. However, his future with the club has become uncertain after negotiations for a contract renewal stalled several months ago.

Sporting director Eli Tari and coach Massimiliano Allegri are trying to convince Maignan to stay within the team's ambitious project, emphasizing the importance of his leadership and presence on the field. Nevertheless, some financial disagreements and unfulfilled promises remain obstacles to the player's continuation.

Meanwhile, English club Chelsea is closely monitoring the situation after expressing interest in Maignan last summer. The Blues consider the French goalkeeper an ideal element to lead the goalkeeping position for a long time, and Chelsea may not wait until the summer transfer window if an opportunity arises in January. The Premier League also represents a new challenge for Maignan in terms of competition and media exposure.

Maignan feels that his role with Milan has ended, and with the negotiations halted and differences with the management escalating, it has become difficult to guarantee his continuation.

Losing the goalkeeper would be a significant blow for the Italian team given his leadership role and competitive personality that have supported the team in recent years.

The final decision lies with Maignan; if he chooses to leave, Milan will lose one of its most important pillars in goal, while Chelsea could secure a strong deal in the upcoming winter market. If the Frenchman renews his contract, Milan will have sent a clear message about its ambition to retain its best players to build a strong project for the future.