In the vast galaxy of international football, a rising Serbian star is lighting up the Apennine Peninsula with rapid momentum: Jan Karlo Simic – the jewel of AC Milan's youth system, who has become the focus of attention in the transfer market due to his outstanding performances and unlimited potential. The recent close scrutiny of Premier League giants Bournemouth and Fulham is certainly a testament to the talent of the 18-year-old defender, who is keen to add the Milan gem in the upcoming summer transfer window.
### **Shining Red and Black Road**
Simic's journey to the red and black began in the summer of 2022, when the 18-year-old Serbian defenceman arrived at the San Siro from Stuttgart for around €1 million and officially became part of Milan's Under-19 Primavera. In a short period of time, in his 57 appearances in Italy and Europe, he not only explained his professionalism with a solid defense, but also showed his all-round characteristics of both offense and defense with 3 goals and 3 assists, subverting the traditional perception of the single function of young defenders.
### **Amazing on the first team debut**
Heading into the 2023-24 season, Simic's shines brighter and brighter. On 17 December, he made his professional senior debut in Milan's Serie A clash with Monza and immediately made his debut as a starter. Even more legendary, he scored a crucial goal on his debut at the San Siro to seal the team's 3-0 victory. On this night, he was like the patron saint of the Rossoneri, announcing to the world that a bright new star was rising over San Siro. Since then, he has been on the field five times under the trust of manager Stefano Pioli, and each appearance has brought new surprises to the fans.
### **Premier League duo race to chase**
Simic's excellent form has not escaped the eyes of Bournemouth and Fulham in the Premier League. According to TMW, the two English powerhouses have been in active contact with the Serbian rising star with the intention of securing a first-class pillar of the future defence as the summer transfer window opens. Their interest is not unfounded, with Simic's technical characteristics, age advantage and upward momentum undoubtedly making him a valuable investment target in the transfer market.
### **Milan is determined to keep the treasure**
However, Milan are clearly reluctant to let go of the carefully cultivated star of tomorrow. Although Simic's current contract with the club expires in June 2025, the Rossoneri have moved quickly to negotiate a contract extension with his team in an attempt to cement the relationship with a new contract. Simic himself has also revealed a strong desire to stay and looks forward to writing more brilliant chapters with Milan. Predictably, a meeting around Simic's future in the coming weeks could determine the next destination for the rising star.
The story of Jan-Carlo Simic is a hymn to youth where talent and hard work are intertwined, opportunities and challenges dance together. In the face of the passionate pursuit of the Premier League giants, how will Milan and Simic choose? whether to continue to adhere to the red and black faith and help Milan on the road to revival, or cross the English Channel and step onto the Premier League stage to meet new challenges and opportunities? This suspense not only tugs at the heartstrings of the two clubs and countless fans, but also triggers an in-depth discussion on the career planning of young players, the club's talent development strategy and the dynamics of the transfer market.
With the transfer market in flux, Simic's future will be one of the highlights of the summer. Regardless of the final choice, the Serbian rising star has proven that he is not only one of the most exciting talents in Milan's youth system, but also a rising star in world football that should not be overlooked. Let's look forward to more wonderful performances from him on the green field in the future.