Milinkovic-Savic is an unbelievable talent says ESPN pundit
At least that’s what Italian journalist Tancredi Palmeri has suggested when asked about the in-demand midfielder’s future.
Milinkovic-Savic is one of the hottest properties in the world this summer with a cluster of top clubs keeping close tabs on him.
Champions League regulars Real, Juventus, Manchester United, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain have all been credited with interest in the 23-year-old.
While Chelsea have emerged as a potential destination for Milinkovic-Savic after getting their transfer business going following Maurizio Sarri’s appointment.
Chelsea transfer news: Sergej Milinkovic-Savic to Real Madrid revelation (Image: GETTY)
Reports in Italy this week suggested Chelsea have prepared a "monster offer" for the £134m-rated (€150m) Lazio ace.
Palmeri, who’s forged a reputation for breaking transfer news, says there would likely be just two options on the table if Milinkovic-Savic was to move though.
Palmeri told RMC Sport Milinkovic-Savic will stay at Lazio unless an offer comes in from Real Madrid "because now I do not see how can afford Juventus him.
"The only way would be to get [Miralem] Pjanic out but it would be a strange operation."
Palmeri’s comments came after Milinkovic-Savic claimed he is sticking with Lazio after turning up at their pre-season training camp.
While Lazio chief Claudio Lotito has claimed it was take an “absurd” bid to make him consider a deal.
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Chelsea transfer news: Sergej Milinkovic-Savic to Real Madrid revelation (Image: GETTY)
"I did not put on sale Milinkovic, as in all things, absurd offers will be evaluated, in the exclusive interest of the club," said Lotito.
"However, I have not ever perceived an emolument, unlike many other colleagues of mine."
Milinkovic-Savic is not the only midfielder on Chelsea’s radar as they seek to add to their ranks before deadline day.
Sarri has been linked with a raid on London rivals Arsenal for Aaron Ramsey, who’s yet to sign a new contract.