AC Milan will reportedly look to sign 30-year-old versatile Dutch defender Nathan Ake from Manchester City in the winter transfer window.

According to a report by Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport, Nathan Ake is the subject of interest of AC Milan. The Serie A giants are eager to reinforce their defensive unit by signing a centre-back in the winter transfer window. So, the 30-year-old Manchester City utility man has emerged as a target for the Bianconeri.

Interestingly, the Dutchman is a long-term target for AC Milan, as the Rossoneri also mulled over signing him from Manchester City two years ago. However, the Italian heavyweights have kept their options open, and they also have other centre-backs on their wishlist.

What is Nathan Ake’s situation at Manchester City?

Nathan Ake has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Manchester City from Bournemouth in a deal worth £40 million in August 2020. While the 30-year-old has been solid at the back for the Citizens, he has been in and out of the starting lineup in the last half a decade, with his game time reducing this term. Nevertheless, the player has been a utility man for Manchester City due to his ability to play as a centre-back and a left-back.

The Dutch defender has made over 150 appearances thus far for Manchester City while chipping in with ten goals and three assists. However, the lack of regular game time has compelled Ake to consider his future at the Etihad. The Netherlands international has no shortage of suitors pursuing his signature, with AC Milan among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the winter transfer window.

Serie A move on the horizon?

AC Milan’s interest in Nathan Ake is understandable. While Massimiliano Allegri has a stacked central defensive unit, he wants more quality at the back to sustain the challenge of competing for the Serie A title in the 2025/26 season. Several candidates, including Axel Disasi, have thus emerged on AC Milan’s wishlist.

However, Ake is also a viable target for the Rossoneri, as he can also be a backup option for the left-back berth. Additionally, the 30-year-old Dutchman’s ability on the ball makes him an appealing candidate for AC Milan. Interestingly, the Manchester City utility man has been on AC Milan’s wishlist for over two years.

Meanwhile, a January deal is possible, as Ake is ready to leave Manchester City in the winter transfer window. So, while the competition for the Dutch defender’s signature will be fierce, AC Milan will hope to win the battle for his signature in the coming weeks.