Wolves Face Competition From Turkish Giants as AC Milan Confirm Andre Silva Is Available for Loan

Portuguese forward Andre Silva is facing a loan move away from Milan, as sporting director Massimo Mirabelli confirmsWolves and Galatasaray interest.

Despite a lot of hype surrounding the young forward, Silva failed to make a lasting impression in Milan during the 2017/18 season. He could only muster two goals in almost 1000 minutes on the pitch, sparking rumours of an exit from the club.

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According to Portuguese outlet O Jogo, Milan boss Gennaro Gattuso is a fan of the forward, and wants to give him a chance to impress during pre-season. However, despite Gattuso's positive attitude towards Silva, Milan director Mirabelli confirmed that a loan move for the known Wolves target could well be on the table.

Mirabelli, as quoted by O Jogo, said: "We have invested heavily in André and Gattuso will still test him on the pitch. If it does not work, we want him to play in a top club." 

According to the report he than confirmed that offers had come in from both Wolves and Galatasaray.

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It's understood that Mirabelli's latest comments have spurred the Turkish giants into making another bid for the talented forward, though it's unclear as to whether they would be looking for a loan deal or a permanent one.

Silva's Milan career appears to be hanging on by a thread, and whilst a strong pre-season showing could sway the club to keep him on, it looks as if Silva will be playing his football elsewhere next season.