Jan Vertonghen said he would have liked the chance to play for AC Milan. He is regarded as one of Belgium’s top central defenders from the country’s “golden generation,” alongside Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku, and Thibaut Courtois. His career included Ajax, Waalwijk, Tottenham, Benfica, and Anderlecht. Milan were linked with him during his Ajax period, and there were later calls in 2020 amid links to Chris Smalling. Vertonghen denied speaking to Milan officials in person, saying he only knew Tottenham and Arsenal wanted him. He also said he had no close involvement with a move to Inter despite discussions. He described Milan as an extraordinary club with major football history.
"“It was said that Milan were very interested in you in 2011 and again in 2012. At the time, you were a fan of Galliani and Braida. Can you confirm?” “No, I never spoke to them in person. Tottenham and Arsenal wanted me, and that's all I know.”"
"“Maybe, maybe. But I really have no reason to lie to you now. Maybe during my career, yes, but not anymore (laughs). When I extended my contract at Tottenham, Frank de Boer wanted to take me to Inter. I spoke to the Inter management, but I never came close to moving there.”"
"“As a world-class defender, would you have liked to play for the club of Baresi, Nesta, and Maldini?” “Yes, it certainly would have been nice. Milan is an extraordinary club, one of the greatest in the world. It's the history of football, and truly, a”"
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