Gabbia’s agent confirms desire to renew with Milan

The agent of Matteo Gabbia has confirmed that talks are ongoing with AC Milan over the extension of his contract, a renewal that his client is ‘super happy’ to sign, Report informs via One Football.

Sky reported earlier today that Gabbia is a serious candidate to become Milan’s captain for at least the game against Udinese on Saturday, with Theo Hernandez suspended and Davide Calabria injured. It is a sign of just how far he has come in 2024, since returning early from a loan at Villarreal.

After being called up to the Italian national team during the current break, they also added that the entourage of the Milan academy product should meet with club directors this week to extend his contract from 2026 to 2030, which will come with a substantial pay rise.

Now, Gabbia’s agent Tullio Tinti has spoken about the rumors that the centre-back is close to extending his deal, suggesting that there is still work to be done but both sides are happy to push ahead. MilanNews relayed his comments.