"Despite the new links to Nathan Ake, it seems a move to AC Milan may be rather difficult for the Dutch defender this month. The links to Ake are fairly recent, and it always seemed like it would be one for later in January. However, it could be a non-starter at this moment in time, due to the reliance which Pep Guardiola has on him."
"Ake stays... for now As Voetbal International, a Dutch outlet, writes, Guardiola is 'counting on Ake', due to the injuries which his team is facing in defence. In fact, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and John Stones are all currently sidelined, so he will be needed. Yet the Dutch defender returned to the bench for the weekend's win against Wolves. Marc Guehi's arrival might bridge a gap, but it seems Guardiola is heavily reluctant to allow him to leave this month."
Nathan Ake is linked with AC Milan but a January transfer looks difficult because Pep Guardiola relies on him during a defensive injury crisis. Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and John Stones are all sidelined, increasing Ake's importance to the squad. Ake returned to the bench for the weekend win against Wolves despite interest, and Marc Guehi's arrival may only partially mitigate the gap. Guardiola appears reluctant to let Ake leave this month. Ronald Koeman has emphasized that Ake needs more playing time to secure World Cup involvement, so Ake may pursue a move later in January.
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