Yacine Adli is likely heading back to France this summer as two Ligue 1 clubs have initiated talks with the midfielder's representatives about a potential move from "AC Milan". The 25-year-old Frenchman, who spent last season on loan at "Fiorentina", appears to be weighing his options after four years on Milan's books.
"The interest from France makes perfect sense given Adli's familiarity with Ligue 1 and his development at Bordeaux," a source close to the negotiations revealed.
Adli joined the Italian giants back in 2021 when "Milan" paid €9 million to acquire him from "Bordeaux". His time in Italy has been something of a mixed bag. While technically gifted, he's struggled to cement a regular place in the Rossoneri's midfield.
Last season's loan spell at "Fiorentina" showed glimpses of his potential, with the midfielder notching 5 goals and providing 7 assists across 35 appearances in all competitions. Not bad for a player who needed regular minutes to showcase his abilities.
Interestingly, Adli's market value has actually increased during his time in Italy. According to Transfermarkt, he's now valued at around €11 million - a modest but notable increase from his original transfer fee.
While the specific French clubs remain unnamed for now, the homecoming narrative makes sense for the midfielder. After all, France is where Adli first made his name before the Italian adventure.
Could this be the fresh start Adli needs to fully realize his potential? The coming weeks will likely reveal not just his destination, but whether Milan can turn a profit on their 2021 investment.
