In a blockbuster twist that’s turning heads across Europe, AC Milan have finally fired their first major shot of the summer transfer window. Reports confirm the Rossoneri have submitted an official €20 million bid—€16M upfront with €4M in bonuses—for Valencia’s rising midfield star Javi Guerra, setting off a transfer saga loaded with drama, high-stakes negotiations, and a player reportedly eager to make the leap.
This audacious move comes just days after the completion of Tijjani Reijnders’ sale, leaving Milan scrambling to rewire their engine room for the second consecutive summer—last year’s chaos following Sandro Tonali’s departure still fresh in fans’ memories. And now, enter Javi Guerra, the 22-year-old LaLiga dynamo who has become Milan’s top midfield obsession, backed by both Igli Tare and Massimiliano Allegri.
Sky Sport’s Luca Marchetti dropped a bombshell during his live segment: “Guerra is Milan’s main midfield target, and they are confident he wants the move.” According to him, Milan’s bid mirrors previous internal valuations, though Valencia are holding out for more—after all, they had entertained a €25M proposal from Atletico Madrid just last summer.
But here’s where the plot thickens: insiders suggest Guerra “is pushing for the move”, which could heavily tip negotiations in Milan’s favor. Club officials are believed to be “calmly optimistic,” banking on Guerra’s desire to wear red and black as the ultimate trump card. MilanNews corroborates that while Valencia haven’t immediately accepted the offer, the door is wide open for dialogue. The ongoing process mirrors Milan’s prior transfer pursuit of Yunus Musah, where persistent negotiation paid off handsomely.
For those unfamiliar with the young Spanish maestro, Guerra was one of Valencia’s most irreplaceable figures last season. Despite a rocky start to their campaign, he played 38 matches, notching 3 goals and 3 assists, and helped guide the team to an unexpectedly safe finish in LaLiga. His technical skill, box-to-box energy, and sharp reading of the game have made him a prized asset—not just in Spain but now firmly on Milan’s radar.
And there’s more: Guerra is currently lighting up the European U21 Championship with Spain and is set to face Italy in the decisive group-stage finale—a match Milan’s scouts are reportedly watching with eagle eyes. Could a standout performance nudge Valencia closer to accepting Milan’s terms?
While nothing’s been signed yet, this transfer has all the makings of a summer blockbuster. The money’s on the table. The player is keen. The clubs are in talks. Milan fans, buckle up—this might just be the Guerra before the storm.
