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CorSport: Cardinale wants to give Amorim a defender – why Gabriel is still a possibility

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are looking to strengthen their defence in the winter window, and Goncalo Inacio isn’t the only option. Milan tried but were unable to secure the arrival of another central defender after Mario Gila, with a…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 2:30 PM
CorSport: Cardinale wants to give Amorim a defender – why Gabriel is still a possibility
Key Things to Know
  • AC Milan plan to sign a central defender on a permanent deal in the winter transfer window.
  • Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel is a target, with Milan reportedly ready to spend €25m or more.
  • A previous €40m bid for Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio was unsuccessful.
The Story in 60 Seconds

AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale reportedly aims to provide manager Ruben Amorim with a new central defender during the winter transfer window. After failing with a late €40m bid for Sporting CP's Goncalo Inacio, the Rossoneri are monitoring Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel alongside Inacio as defensive targets.

Gabriel recently renewed his contract with Lecce until 2030, but he is expected to move on in January or the following summer. Milan are reportedly prepared to pay €25m or more for a permanent transfer, though any deal depends on both clubs' league situations.

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