Former Liverpool striker Divock Origi could reportedly be on the move again just months after leaving Anfield.
Origi left the Reds in the summer to sign as a free agent with AC Milan. The Belgium international spent eight years contracted to Liverpool, during which time he scored 41 goals in 175 appearances.
The 27-year-old has found it difficult to settle into life at Milan since making the move to Italy. So far, Origi has scored just one goal in his 14 outings for the Serie A giants, and has also struggled with injuries in his debut campaign.
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All of this has led to a report from the Daily Mail claiming that Origi could be sold by Milan in the near future. Italian journalist Alvise Cagnazzo has explained why the former Liverpool striker has been a “major disappointment” since his move.
“Origi has been a major disappointment, and looks unsuitable for Italian football,” the report reads. “His continuous physical problems have hindered him as well, leaving him unable to find top form.”
Cagnazzo added: “Milan's penultimate game before the league paused for the World Cup against Serie A minnows Cremonese confirmed all of Origi's limitations.
“Origi in Cremona looked like a player on vacation, and missed a hatful of chances in the goalless draw. Origi undoubtedly failed to live up to the expectations of the fans and the club in the first part of the season, and with Ante Rebic returning to full fitness, his chances of getting more game time do not appear promising.
“After running down his contract at Liverpool, where he had moved to the bottom of Jurgen Klopp's pecking order in recent seasons, Origi has not kicked on in Italy.
“He signed an agreement with Milan in the summer until 2026 with an eye-catching salary of around €3.5m (£3.1m) net a year, which has proved to be a big error of judgement on the part of the club. It may not be too long before Milan start making drastic decisions to balance their books.
“Origi has not convinced anyone in Milan and only Pioli seems to be willing to give him another six months to demonstrate his talent and show that he does have a long-term future at the club.”
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