Mike Maignan has signed a new AC Milan deal to June 2030 (option 2031). For punters this reduces the chance Milan recruit a new top goalkeeper, likely shortening odds on Milan keeping clean sheets and making Maignan-related markets (clean sheets, saves) more attractive. The contract ends free-agent speculation that had linked him to Chelsea, Barcelona and Manchester United.
Mike Maignan signs long-term contract with AC Milan
Mike Maignan has put pen to paper on a new deal with AC Milan that runs until June 2030, with a club option to extend to June 2031. The 30-year-old goalkeeper had been publicly linked with several top clubs amid expiring terms, but has now committed his future to the Rossoneri.
Contract details and wages
The new agreement makes Maignan one of Milan’s top earners, matching Rafael Leao’s remuneration. He will earn around €5 million net per season, plus approximately €2 million in performance-related bonuses. The club holds the unilateral option to trigger the extra year to 2031.
From Lille to Milan: a brief recap
Maignan joined Milan in July 2021 from Lille for a reported fee of €16.4 million, arriving as the replacement for Gianluigi Donnarumma. Since his arrival he has become a key figure in Milan’s setup, helping the team in domestic competitions and cup finals.
Transfer context and market interest
With his contract renewed, speculation about a summer free transfer has been ended. Earlier interest reportedly came from top European clubs, including Chelsea, Barcelona and Manchester United, but those potential moves are now unlikely while Maignan remains under contract at Milan.
Implications on the pitch and for bettors
Maignan’s commitment brings stability to Milan’s goalkeeping position, which should be positive for defensive consistency.
For bettors, expect cleaner odds in markets tied to Milan’s defensive outputs: clean-sheet lines may shorten and backing Maignan in clean-sheet or saves markets is now a lower-risk option than when his future was uncertain.
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