Alexis Saelemakers extends contract at AC Milan until 2031

AC Milan have had the biggest rise from last season, looking to compete for the title this season. Milan sit second only a point off first despite finishing 8th last season. This is mainly due to a coaching change which saw the club appoint Massimiliano Allegri to bring the club back to the top level.

This has worked so far with Allegri making signings to bring players into the side that fit his game style. This meant massive overturn from last years side, and controversial some big stars leaving. Milan sold both Tijani Reijnders and Theo Hernandez to build a less generic squad and more of an Allegri squad.

While Milan made a lot of great signings like Adrien Rabiot and Luka Modric, one of their best came from inside. Alexis Saelemaekers returned from loam for a few years and has been rejuvenated. He has slotted into this Milan team and has been one of their best players.

Luka Modric and Adrien Rabiot of AC Milan celebrate during the Serie A football match between AC Milan and US Sassuolo. The match ended 2-2 tie.

Saelemaekers has been rewarded for his good form with a contract extension with Milan. AC Milan have confirmed the extension stating that he will earn a new deal. Milan have also said that his new deal will run until 2031 and will start at the end of this season. Reports also state that his wage for Milan is doubled from 1.5 million euros per season to 3 million per season.