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Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Villarreal bid for Youssouf Fofana

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:20 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Villarreal bid for Youssouf Fofana

Summary

Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, and Villarreal have submitted offers to AC Milan for midfielder Youssouf Fofana. The Italian club is facing financial challenges and may accept a bid in the range of €18m to €20m. Fofana, a key player for Milan following his transfer from AS Monaco, has made significant contributions in his first two seasons. Other clubs, including Real Betis and Ipswich Town, are reportedly monitoring his situation as well.

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Key Details

•Fofana joined AC Milan in summer 2024 for €26m.
•He made 52 appearances in his first season at Milan.
•Fofana recorded 36 matches in his second season, 29 as a starter.
•Offers are reportedly between €18m and €20m.
•Real Betis and Ipswich Town are also interested in Fofana.

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3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Villarreal submit offer for AC Milan’s Youssouf Fofana

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AC Milan’s Youssouf Fofana (27) is attracting a lot of interest. According to Foot Mercato, Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and Villarreal have each submitted an offer to the Italian club in their...
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