With the Serie A season now winding down, AC Milan is preparing to experience a summer of big decisions, not only on the technical and managerial front, but also regarding the situation of players on loan. Some have convinced, others less so, but the common thread remains uncertainty: everything will depend on qualification for the European cups and the club’s technical project for next year.

One of the most emblematic cases is that of Kyle Walker, who arrived with high expectations but whose future seems to be tied inseparably to participation in the next Champions League. The experienced English full-back who arrived from Manchester City has already hinted that he is not willing to stay without the Europe that counts, making his stay in Milan rather unlikely in case of failure to qualify.

More defined situation, on the negative side, for Riccardo Sottil and Joao Felix: both have not affected as expected, disappointing in technical and physical aspects. Their return to the base now appears to be a foregone conclusion, barring resounding twists in the last rounds of the championship.

Who, on the other hand, has earned the trust of the environment is Tammy Abraham. The English striker, who arrived from Roma on a dry loan, has proved useful in the offensive rotations and has publicly expressed his appreciation for the city and the Rossoneri shirt. However, the Milan management will have to negotiate with Roma to define a possible stay, perhaps in a deal linked to the fate of Saelemaekers, who is convincing the Giallorossi.

With the valuations of Abraham and Saelemaekers now very similar, an outright swap between the two clubs cannot be ruled out, although options for separate negotiations remain on the table. A very hot summer awaits Casa Milan, between bench revolutions and market entanglements.

Edison Alejandro Callejas Santos (Petrolike) won by detachment the third stage of the Giro d’Abruzzo, 160 km long with departure from San Demetrio ne’ Vestini and arrival in Roccaraso (Aremogna). First career success for the Colombian cyclist who preceded Georg Zimmermann (Intermarché – Wanty) and David De la Cruz (Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team), second and third, respectively.

Zimmermann is the new blue-and-white jersey of overall leader, 11 seconds ahead of David De la Cruz (Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team) and 18″ Pablo Torres (UAE Team Emirates).

“We prepared this race very well as a team and I knew I was in good shape – Callejas said after the race. “This stage really suited my characteristics. I felt strong right from the start of the climb and I noticed that the general classification contenders were cautious, so I pulled ahead”.

“I had very good legs. I really believe this is the start of something big with our partner Petrolike, which is building the future with promising young talent” concluded the stage 3 winner.

The world of Formula 1 could be rocked by a real earthquake. Max Verstappen, four-time world champion and Red Bull’s star man, is reportedly seriously considering leaving the team at the end of the season. A resounding decision. It seemed unthinkable until a few months ago, but it is now taking shape in an increasingly tense climate within the Austrian team.

Weighing on this would be the recent off-circuit events involving team principal Christian Horner and, above all, the uncertainty related to the team’s technical future. The regulatory change planned for 2026, with a switch from Honda engines to power units produced in-house by Red Bull, does not entirely convince the Dutchman. Test results have not lived up to expectations. Max, who has already experienced difficult years in his career, does not seem willing to risk his supremacy.

In spite of a contract valid until 2028, Verstappen has exit clauses on his side that would allow him to free himself as early as the end of 2025. And while Ferrari and McLaren remain at the window, armored by agreements with their current drivers, two names are making their way to the Dutch phenomenon’s future: Mercedes and Aston Martin.

While on the one hand Toto Wolff has shown interest, he now seems to be leaning toward the young talent Kimi Antonelli. On the other, Aston Martin appears increasingly determined to get serious. The link with Honda and the possible future presence of Adrian Newey could be a very strong temptation for Verstappen, who would thus find again two pillars of his success in Red Bull. To make room for Max, one between Alonso and Lance Stroll will have to step aside. And if Daddy Stroll really wants to bring his team back to the top, the sacrifice may not be so unthinkable.

The market has just begun, but the Verstappen-Aston Martin axis could soon become the big deal of 2026.