AC Milan are looking to bolster their attack in the summer and have included Watford’s João Pedro in their target list.
That’s according to Gazzetta dello Sport journalist Luca Bianchin, who made this claim during an interview with MilanNews.it.
Pedro has mainly played as a striker but has also been used across other attacking positions at Watford this season. He’s managed nine goals and four assists from 31 league games.
Bianchin claims the Serie A side like the 21-year-old, who is identified as a young target by Stefano Pioli’s side.
When asked about Milan’s attacking options for the next window, he said: “There are two types of profiles that Milan are thinking about, starting from the premise that it is a matter of budget that depends both on fourth place and on the [Rafael] Leão question.
“Profile A: young striker, like João Pedro of Watford, who they like, he’s in view, costs no more than €20-30m, with a salary that is still affordable and that can see Milan as a stage in his growth.
“Profile B: a slightly more experienced striker, with a higher salary, but a lower price tag, who can give experience and immediate guarantees. The attack, however, has become a priority: the performance of Rebić and Origi means that Milan cannot classify investment on a striker as secondary.”
Pedro’s deal is until 2028 and his current valuation is around €24m. Neither the journalist nor MilanNews.it have provided an insight into Pedro’s salary at Vicarage Road.
Last month, Watford sporting director Cristiano Giaretta revealed the Brazilian has drawn interest from the Premier League when asked about the reports linking him to Milan. The Hornets chief also confirmed no club had approached him for the forward.
