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Maignan delays return to Milan as Al-Nassr shows renewed interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 8:05 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Maignan delays return to Milan as Al-Nassr shows renewed interest

Summary

Mike Maignan has postponed his return to AC Milan's pre-season training, now scheduled for August 16. The goalkeeper, under contract until June 2031, expressed concerns about the club's direction following the departures of key management personnel. Reports suggest that Al-Nassr, the Saudi Pro League club featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, is interested in acquiring Maignan. Both he and Adrien Rabiot are reportedly unhappy with how recent managerial changes have occurred, particularly the sacking of coach Max Allegri, who had previously persuaded Maignan to stay at Milan despite Chelsea's interest last summer.

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•Maignan will now join Milan training on August 16.
•He is under contract with Milan until June 2031.
•Al-Nassr has approached Maignan for a possible transfer.
•Maignan was previously interested in leaving for Chelsea last summer.
•Unhappiness stems from management changes after failure to qualify for the Champions League.

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8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Maignan unhappy with Milan direction, Al-Nassr aim to take advantage

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Mike Maignan delayed his return from vacation to start Milan pre-season training, with reports of renewed interest from Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr.The goalkeeper had been ready to walk away last s...
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