Reports from the website "Calciomercato" stated that AC Milan's management will meet with representatives of the French goalkeeper Mike Maignan after the upcoming match against Cagliari on January 2, 2026, in the first round of the 2026 Serie A season, to discuss extending his contract.

Maignan's current contract ends in June 2026, and negotiations have been on hold for several months. However, Milan hopes to keep the 30-year-old goalkeeper with the team, despite interest from both Chelsea and Manchester United.

The report confirmed that Maignan has not yet reached an agreement with any other club, which opens the door for Milan to successfully conclude the negotiations in the coming days.

The report indicated that coach Massimiliano Allegri plays an important role in the negotiations, as he sees Maignan as a key element for the team's future. AC Milan is expected to offer an annual salary of 5.5 million euros, with a bonus of up to one million euros tied to the team's qualification for the Champions League and winning the Serie A title, to increase the chances of the deal's success.