In a recent tweet, Onda Cero revealed that AC Milan are ready to offer Є15m for Real Madrid playmaker Isco this summer. It is understood that Los Blancos are looking to raise Є90m in player sales to fund a move for a marquee signing, so they might be willing to cut the Spanish sensation loose during this summer transfer window (via Onda Cero).
"El Milan ofrece 15 millones por Isco. El Real Madrid necesita liberar 90 millones para hacer un gran fichaje. Y no es francés"
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— Radioestadio Noche (@RadioestadioN) July 7, 2021
Isco’s Recent Frustrations In Spanish Football
It was an underwhelming season for Isco at the Spanish capital as he struggled to be productive with his offensive contributions for Los Blancos over the past 12 months. The 29-year-old registered two assists and one yellow card in 29 matches for the Madrid giants in the previous campaign across various competitions.
The Spanish attacker was far from convincing with his overall productivity in the attacking third based on his average of 0.8 shots, 0.7 key passes and 1.3 dribbles per game in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League last season. However, he was excellent when distributing possession in the opposition half after completing 89.1% of his attempted passes in both those competitions (stats via whoscored).
Isco needs a change of scenery if he wants to earn regular game time and re-establish himself as a class act in the final third. Hence, a move to AC Milan might suit him as he will have a better shot at securing regular playing minutes in the coming seasons.
Should Los Blancos Let Isco Go This Summer?
Isco can still be an exciting dribbler with the ball at his feet and has a knack for creating plays for his teammates up top. The Benalmádena-born talent is primarily an attacking midfielder but can also fill in as a left-sided winger or as a false nine forward up top. However, he has looked like a shadow of his former self in the attacking end of the pitch as he has struggled to score goals for Real Madrid in recent seasons.
Hence, it is only fair to the player if Los Blancos allow him to leave in search of greener pastures this summer. Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti should consider accepting AC Milan’s Є15m offer as he could use those funds to bring in a quality replacement capable of helping his players make a strong push for the La Liga title and the UEFA Champions League trophy next season.
At 29, Isco looks like a player past his prime, so he will find it difficult to turn his fortunes for the better at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. All in all, Los Blancos should think about letting the Spaniard go to AC Milan this summer, especially when he has just got a year left to run in his Madrid contract.
