AC Milan will intensify their efforts to sign Charles De Ketelaere this week by increasing their initial bid for the Club Brugge star, according to Italian newspaper Tuttosport (via PianetaMilan ). The Serie A champions are thought to be readying an offer of €30million - equivalent to around £25million - plus bonuses and a significant sell-on fee.
That improved bid is thought to be level with Leeds’ current offer, but reports suggest Victor Orta and the club are set to smash their transfer record with a £32million bid being readied. Leeds will hope that they can price out Milan before using the pull of Premier League football to encourage De Ketelaere to Elland Road.
The 21-year-old has attracted attention from across Europe after racking up 14 goals and seven assists in 33 Jupiler Pro League matches for Brugge last season, impressing across the front line in varied roles. He was left out of the Belgian side’s friendly against FC Kobenhavn on Saturday, increasing speculation over his imminent departure.
