Milan managed to secure all three points on a cold evening at San Siro, beating Lecce 1-0 thanks to a goal from new signing Niclas Fullkrug. Fullkrug is Football Italia’s Player of the Match for his late goal, despite a brave performance from Lecce goalkeeper Wladimiro Falcone.
Niclas Fullkrug came off the bench and met the Alexis Saelemaekers cross for his first Milan goal, which finally broke down Lecce’s defences for a precious victory.
New Milan signing Niclas Fullkrug was given rather a rude awakening after his transfer from West Ham, as he reportedly had €500,000 worth of jewellery stolen.
Max Allegri warns Milan still have it all to do if they want to ‘stay close to the top’ of Serie A and confirms Niclas Fullkrug could play against Como tonight despite injury.
Niclas Fullkrug could make a quicker-than-expected return for Milan, with the German striker now in contention for Thursday’s Serie A trip to Como despite concerns over a toe injury.
Massimiliano Allegri confirms that Niclas Fullkrug and Strahinja Pavlović won’t be available against Como, while Rafael Leao ‘is fine’ and Santiago Gimenez won’t return to action until ‘the end of March.’ Milan are preparing for a Serie A game against Como on Thursday.
New Milan signing Niclas Fullkrug is set for another spell on the sidelines, as the German international has reportedly broken his toe after just 106 minutes
Niclas Fullkrug says he had a ‘perfect debut and start to the year’ at Milan: ‘I already feel at home.’ The German striker made his Milan debut on Friday night in the first game of the year in Serie A.
Rafael Leao scored the first Serie A goal of 2026 to give a reshuffled Milan the victory away to Cagliari, with Niclas Fullkrug making his debut. The Rossoneri
Milan director Igli Tare says they were ‘surprised’ by Niclas Fullkrug’s form after the transfer from West Ham United, and denies Christopher Nkunku will go to Fenerbahce.
After addressing their attack with Niclas Fullkrug, Milan are canvassing the market for a defender and have laid eyes on Kim Min-Jae. He’s not been a pillar of the formation and has dealt with a few physical problems since a €57M transfer from Napoli, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
Milan have completed the first official signing of the January transfer window, with Niclas Fullkrug immediately available for selection ahead of tonight’s trip to Cagliari.
West Ham have already finalised their first January deal, with Niclas Fullkrug making the move to AC Milan. The veteran striker will officially join the Serie A giants when the January transfer window opens, having reached an agreement to end his disappointing 18-month spell at the London Stadium.
Multiple sources in Italy claim that German striker Niclas Fullkrug has picked the No.9 at Milan. West Ham striker Fullkrug underwent medical tests in Milan on Tuesday and will be confirmed as a new purchase for the Rossoneri as soon as the January transfer window begins.
Milan will count on a new striker right as the January window opens, as they have come to terms with West Ham to onboard Niclas Fullkrug, who’s already taking the medicals, Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto report (via SOSFanta).
Multiple sources in Italy confirm that West Ham striker Niclas Fullkrug will land in Milan this evening, undergoing medical tests with the Rossoneri on Tuesday.
Alfredo Pedullà comments on the latest results and transfer moves in Serie A, highlighting that Luciano Spalletti has rediscovered the Juventus soul, while Milan still don’t have a striker worthy of their history.
Reports from The Sun put Josh Sargent firmly on West Ham United’s radar as January edges closer, while the club weighs possible changes up front amid growing doubts over Niclas Fullkrug’s future.
West Ham are planning to sign a striker in January, with Niclas Fullkrug almost certain to leave the London Stadium. A number of targets have been identified over the last few months, with one of those currently plying his trade in the Championship.
West Ham are reportedly plotting a shock swap deal in the January transfer window, offering German international Niclas Fullkrug to AC Milan in an attempt to secure prolific Mexican striker Santiago Gimenez.
West Ham are continuing to struggle with striker problems, which have now been ongoing for a number of years. Currently, Nuno Espirito Santo has Niclas Fullkrug and Callum Wilson as senior options, although neither has impressed so far this season.
West Ham United head coach Graham Potter has suggested that Niclas Fullkrug may not be ready to start Sunday's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield.
Manchester United have been linked with Niclas Fullkrug but former Germany international Markus Babbel believes it would be the wrong move. In turn, the Reds have been advised to stay away from Fullkrug, despite his impressive performances at Euro 2024.