The Rossoneri have made enquiries about the Young Boys attacking midfielder. A move would be simpler in January, but if owner Gerry Cardinale were to secure €45 million from Rafa Leao’s sale, anything could happen…

Young Boys. More than just a name, it’s a statement of intent. They’ve produced talents like Zachary Athekame, whom Milan signed from the Swiss club a year ago, and now Alvyn Sanches, about whom Milan have made recent enquiries. But who is this Swiss player whose name clearly speaks of his Cape Verdean origins? And when could he potentially move to Milan?

Who is Sanches?—  

Alvyn Sanches is a left-footed attacking midfielder who typically operates from the right flank – precisely the type of player Milan’s coach Amorim is reportedly looking for. It’s not difficult to see why he’s reached a high level; a quick look at some videos reveals a technical, creative player who often curls shots with his left foot. At 23, this is, on paper, the ideal time for him to make a significant step up in his career. This season, Sanches has already scored against Vaduz and Sion. Last season, he had a delayed start due to a knee injury but still managed to bag 10 league goals. A year prior, at Lausanne, he had scored 12 goals before his progress was halted by a cruciate ligament rupture. Europe has gradually started to take notice of him. Alvyn was born in France but grew up in Switzerland, making his debut for the Swiss national team in March 2025. He might even have gone to the World Cup had he not been injured.

Sanches and the Transfer Market—  

In recent days, Young Boys have stood firm, informing Milan that Sanches would only be available in January. Concluding a deal this summer is deemed impossible. Is this the definitive answer? We’ll see… Milan are currently preoccupied with other matters – primarily the potential sale of Leao – and Alvyn’s future could hinge on these developments. Both coach Amorim and owner Cardinale are reportedly keen to sign a left-footed number 10 rather than a central defender, and for now, they are biding their time. Their primary target, Konstantinos Karetsas, has already signed for Borussia Dortmund due to a straightforward matter of project, finances, and timing. However, with €45 million from Leao’s sale in the bank, Milan would be in a significantly stronger position. They wouldn’t reinvest all of it, but Alvyn Sanches would cost less. Therefore, it’s best not to rule out any surprising developments.

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