Tottenham star Destiny Udogie overtakes Arsenal's Oleksandr Zinchenko as AC Milan's top candidate to replace Theo Hernandez

Milan have been scouting for options in London. Previously, the Italian side gad shortlisted Oleksandr Zinchenko as their top priority, but the feeling around the club has changed. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Tottenham's Destiny Udogie has become the top contender to replace Theo Hernandez as the French defender closes in on an transfer to Atletico Madrid.

A deal with Arsenal to bring Zinchenko to San Siro may have been the best-suited transfer, considering the club's finances. However, Milan feel Udogie is young, has already won the Europa League, and is a player they can count on in the long term. Udogie has also previously played in Serie A for Udinese and had an impressive spell in Italy in the 2021-22 season. The Italian club also believe the left-back has considerable experience, making him a suitable fit for head coach Massimiliano Allegri.

To bring Udogie to San Siro, the Italian club will have to dig deep financially. The club have already experienced some financial issues and even had to part ways with Tijjani Reijnders to balance their books. As of now, Udogie is tied to the London club until June 2030.

Milan are also reportedly the next destination for Luka Modric. The Croatian is currently playing for Real Madrid in the Club World Cup and will decide on his move after the competition. Sporting director, Igli Tare, is also interested in bringing Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen to Milan this summer.