Milan 
C. Palace 
Nottingham Forest given green light to make new signing by Ruben Amorim
Nottingham Forest have been boosted in their pursuit of Youssouf Fofana as new AC Milan boss Ruben Amorim has left him out of his plans for this season, sources
Will Youssouf Fofana leave Milan and join C. Palace?
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Rumours suggest C. Palace is keen on Youssouf Fofana, yet with a probability of only 43%, the move remains uncertain. Here is why.
- Youssouf Fofana has few opportunities to further develop within this C. Palace squad, considering his current level and potential and the role he can play in this squad.
- C. Palace has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Youssouf Fofana.
- C. Palace has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Youssouf Fofana (27).
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (Tyrick Mitchell, Cheick Doucouré)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Jaydee Canvot (Defender, FRA), Adam Wharton)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Little chance of further development
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Potential star player in position on team (Cheick Doucouré, Daichi Kamada)
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Way too many better competitors for position (Cheick Doucouré, Daichi Kamada)
Santi Aouna (@Santi_J_FM) on X
🚨EXCL: 🔴⚫️🇫🇷 #SerieA | ✍️Crystal Palace, Villarreal et Nottingham Forest ont transmis une offre contractuelle à Youssouf Fofana. ➡️ Plusieurs autres clubs sont également intéressés par le milieu français. 💰 L’AC Milan réclame entre 18 et 20M€ pour son départ. https://t.co/tp4BiJ1l7g
Alternatives of C. Palace
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
|
79.7
86.7
|
Yasin Ayari |
 Brighton
|
€35.9M |
|
79.7
87.3
|
Rayan Cherki |
 Man City
|
€103.5M |
|
79.6
80.1
|
Bruno Guimarães |
 Arsenal
|
€71.3M |
|
77.7
77.9
|
Joelinton |
 Newcastle
|
€23M |
|
77.7
79.9
|
Boubacar Kamara |
 A. Villa
|
€48M |
|
77.7
78.1
|
Bruno Fernandes |
 Man Utd
|
€27.2M |
|
77.7
81.8
|
Aurélien Tchouaméni |
 Real Madrid
|
€66.4M |
|
77.6
87.1
|
Xavi Simons |
 Tottenham
|
€52.9M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Francesco Camarda | 23-09-2026 | Report | |
| Hugo Larsson | 29-08-2026 | Report | |
| Jake O'Brien | 26-08-2026 | Report | |
| Nicolò Fagioli | 20-08-2026 | Report | |
| Christopher Nkunku | 19-08-2026 | Report | |
| Ruben Loftus-Cheek | 19-08-2026 | Report | |
| Lamine Camara | 10-08-2026 | Report | |
| Zavier Gozo | 05-08-2026 | Report |
Youssouf Fofana
DM, M (C)
Skill: 75.9
Pot: 77.4
Team
Sevilla
Sevilla
Contracted Until
30 Jun 28
ETV
€16.7M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€15M – €18.3M
Who is Youssouf Fofana?
Youssouf Fofana (FRA) is a a box to box midfielder and currently plays for Sevilla. Youssouf Fofana is 27 years old (1999/01/10). His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 19. Youssouf Fofana has also been used as an advanced playmaker.
Youssouf Fofana's current transfer value is between €15M and €18.3M. His last transfer was from Milan to Sevilla in 2026. Sevilla loaned Youssouf Fofana for free from Milan.
Youssouf Fofana latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
