Fikayo Tomori, the 27-year-old centre-back, has confirmed his commitment to AC Milan amidst speculation of a potential move to Tottenham Hotspur. Tomori, who has been with the Italian club since 2021 after transferring from Chelsea, stated unequivocally that he had no intention of leaving Milan.
Tomori’s Statement
In a recent statement, Tomori expressed his contentment with his current club, saying, “I never planned to leave AC Milan, that’s very clear and simple.” He further emphasised his desire to remain with the team, adding, “I’m just happy to be at this club and as long as they want me, I want to stay.”
Transfer Speculations
The defender’s comments come after reports of Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in acquiring him during the January transfer window. According to previous reports, Tottenham had been in discussions with AC Milan regarding a potential transfer. Additionally, Juventus had also shown interest in Tomori, as well as in Slovakian defender David Hancko, during the same period.
Player Profile
Tomori is known for his strong defensive capabilities, including his pace and ability to read the game effectively. His style of play has made him a key figure in AC Milan’s defensive line-up. Prior to his time in Italy, Tomori developed his skills at Chelsea, where he began his professional career.