Brighton player reliable alternative to Bournemouth star – Seagulls face uphill battle to stop exit

AC Milan have identified Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yasin Ayari as a potential transfer alternative to AFC Bournemouth's Alex Scott. The Serie A club is actively seeking midfield reinforcements to eventually replace veteran Luka Modrić. While Scott leads Milan's shortlist, Bournemouth's reported asking price of £60m to £70m puts him beyond their budget, leaving Ayari as a more feasible target.

Calciomercato reports that Milan hope to sign Ayari on a free transfer next summer when his deal expires, leaving Brighton facing a challenge to retain him. However, the report notes that Brighton hold an option to extend the Sweden international's contract by an additional year, complicating Milan's hopes of a free deal.