MN: Corinthians turn to Portugal and England as Milan stand firm over Andre - the situation

"It's worth remembering that negotiations stalled when the president of the Brazilian club decided not to sign the teenager after pressure from the coach and the fans. He then asked the Rossoneri to increase their bid, so as to minimise the backlash."

"However, the Milan directors have absolutely no intention of raising their offer, which was €15m plus €2m in bonuses for 70% of the player's rights (the remaining 30% is owned by André, who had already decided to forgo his share to facilitate the transfer to Milan)."

"The Corinthians president - who has experienced 'moments of great personal tension' - is ready to offer the player around. He is not only keen on exploring a sale to a club in Portugal (Benfica and Porto above all are keen), but also to the Premier League where teams with great riches await."

AC Milan's pursuit of André, a 19-year-old midfielder from Corinthians, has significantly weakened. Initially appearing close to completion, negotiations stalled when Corinthians' president faced pressure from the coach and fans to reject the deal. The president subsequently demanded Milan increase their bid to justify the sale. Milan's offer of €15m plus €2m in bonuses for 70% of André's rights remains unchanged, with the player willing to forgo his 30% stake to facilitate the move. The Corinthians president, experiencing personal tension, now actively shops the player to other clubs, particularly Portuguese teams like Benfica and Porto, and wealthy Premier League clubs.

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