AC Milan are closing in on a deal to sign German striker Niclas Füllkrug from West Ham United, with multiple reports in late December 2025 confirming that negotiations are at an advanced stage, Softfootball reports.
The proposed move is structured as a loan with an option to buy, and all indications suggest the transfer could be completed within days as both clubs finalise the remaining details.
The striker has already agreed personal terms with the Serie A giants, signalling his strong desire to make the switch to Italy. This development aligns with earlier reports that Niklas Füllkrug favours a move to AC Milan over any proposal from the Bundesliga, highlighting his preference for a switch to the San Siro despite interest from German clubs.
Under the proposed agreement, AC Milan would cover Füllkrug’s salary, estimated to be between €1.2m and €1.5m net per season, while the option-to-buy clause is expected to fall in the region of €14–15 million if triggered. Although the clause is not mandatory, Milan see the deal as a low-risk opportunity to reinforce their attack amid ongoing uncertainty in their forward line.
Fabrizio Romano also confirmed the situation on his official X handle, noting that personal terms are agreed and that final talks between the clubs are ongoing, with West Ham already exploring replacement options. The Premier League side are understood to be open to the move as Füllkrug has struggled to fully settle in London, and they are keen to free up squad space.
The talks come at a crucial moment for Milan, with growing interest in Niklas Füllkrug amid uncertainty surrounding Giménez, as the club looks to secure reliable attacking depth. If completed, the move would represent a strategic signing for Milan and a fresh start for Füllkrug as West Ham look ahead to their next recruitment step.
