Fakayejo Paul
MILAN — AC Milan have finalized a deal to sign German international striker Niclas Füllkrug on loan from West Ham United.
The agreement, which was reached early Monday, will see the 32-year-old forward move to the San Siro for the remainder of the season, with the loan officially running until June 2026.
Key Deal Terms
The Rossoneri have secured highly favorable terms to bolster their attacking options under Massimiliano Allegri:
- Loan Structure: A straight loan with no initial fee.
- Salary: AC Milan will cover 100% of his wages (estimated at approximately €1.5m net for the period).
- Buy Option: A non-mandatory purchase clause is included, set at roughly €13–14m.
- Player Preference: Füllkrug reportedly prioritized Milan over two concrete offers from German Bundesliga clubs, eager for a new challenge in Serie A.
Immediate Impact
Füllkrug is expected in Milan this evening to undergo medical examinations. In a significant boost for the club, the FIGC has granted a special exemption allowing Milan to register the striker immediately upon the opening of the winter window.
This means he could be available for selection as early as January 2 for the away fixture against Cagliari.
After a difficult spell in East London where he struggled for consistent minutes, the former Borussia Dortmund star offers Milan a traditional “number nine” profile—bringing physical presence and aerial dominance to an attack currently navigating injuries.