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Kevin Zeroli is ready to sign a new long-term contract with Milan after an agreement was reached with his agent Rafaela Pimenta, reports detail.

The 19-year-old Italian midfielder has continued to impress with the Rossoneri Primavera squad this season, scoring seven goals and providing two assists in 24 appearances across the Primavera 1 and UEFA Youth League.

Zeroli recently made headlines after impressing with the Italy Under-19 squad in their 5-0 thrashing over Georgia on Tuesday, where he netted the third goal and helped drive attacking moves from an advanced position.

Zeroli agrees new deal with Milan

Daniele Longo of Calciomercato.com details how Milan directors Geoffrey Moncada and Antonio D’Ottavio met with super-agent Pimenta recently to discuss a new long-term contract for Zeroli.

An agreement lasting until 2028 was reached and the 19-year-old is now ready to put pen to paper on his new deal, securing his future with the Rossoneri.

The Italian midfielder has already made a few cameo appearances for the Milan first team, making his debut in the 1-0 win over Sassuolo in late December before appearing against Cagliari and Roma in January.

This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.

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