Ruben Amorim wasted no time making his mark in Milan, orchestrating the most expensive deal in AC Milan's history with his very first signing. Gonçalo Ramos, the Portuguese international forward, cost an impressive €74 million to the ‘rossoneri’ coffers, significantly surpassing the previous record set by Rafael Leão in 2019. This colossal investment positions Ramos as the new offensive hope for the Milanese club, at a time when Leão has publicly announced his intention to leave the club and seek new challenges outside Italy.
AC Milan officially confirmed the arrival of Gonçalo Ramos, signed from Paris Saint-Germain, in a deal that not only stirs the transfer market but also promises to revolutionize the attack of the Italian team. The 24-year-old forward, who has signed a contract until June 2031, arrives at a moment when he represents the Portuguese national team at the 2026 World Cup, thus symbolizing the club's complete confidence in his talent and potential. Amorim, former manager of Manchester United, makes his debut in charge of the Milanese side with a clear signal of ambition, dismissing any doubts about his desire to return AC Milan to the top of European football.
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This signing is particularly important in the current context of the club. After a disastrous season, marked by a fifth-place finish in Serie A and subsequent exclusion from the Champions League, AC Milan was forced to undertake a genuine internal revolution. The departure of Massimiliano Allegri from the head coach position, accompanied by the dismissals of sporting director Igli Tare, CEO Giorgio Furlani, and technical director Geoffrey Moncada, highlighted the need for new leadership and a renewed sporting project. The arrival of Amorim and the record investment in Ramos are, therefore, a clear response to the demands of the fans, who refuse to see the club distanced from the highest level of European football.
Offensive inconsistency was the team's main Achilles' heel last season. Christian Pulisic, who started the season strongly, finished 2026 without a single goal. Rafael Leão, on the other hand, scored only four goals since January, while Christopher Nkunku was the team's top scorer with eight goals. In light of this situation, Amorim did not hesitate to invest in a proven forward: Ramos scored 45 goals in 131 games for PSG, contributing to three French championship titles and two Champions League victories. Despite the collective success, the Portuguese struggled to establish himself as an undisputed starter, facing strong competition from names like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembélé, and Désiré Doué. Now, in Milan, he will finally have the opportunity to be the main reference in attack.
The press conference introducing Gonçalo Ramos was marked by ambition and confidence. When asked about the responsibility of breaking the club's transfer record, the forward responded: “I am ready for this challenge. I know what AC Milan represents and I want to help bring the club back to where it deserves to be — fighting for titles, in Italy and in Europe.” Ruben Amorim, for his part, reinforced his faith in the Portuguese international: “Gonçalo is a player I have admired for a long time. He has a winning mentality and will bring us aggression, tactical intelligence, and goals, many goals,” said the coach, highlighting the start of a new era.
But the AC Milan transfer market is far from closing. Amorim, who signed a two-year contract at the beginning of June, remains attentive to reinforcements, particularly for the defensive sector. Italian journalist Antonio Vitiello revealed that the Portuguese coach is “crazy” about Lisandro Martínez from Manchester United and Gonçalo Inácio, a central defender from Sporting. According to sources close to the club, negotiations have already started, with Amorim eager to secure at least one of these defenders to consolidate the new project. Martínez, whose contract with Old Trafford expires next year, could be a business opportunity, especially considering his injury history that has limited his performance in England.
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The arrival of Ramos promises to shake up Serie A and reignite hope among the ‘rossoneri’ fans. With Leão's imminent departure, the pressure on the new forward will be immense, but it also presents an opportunity to take on a leading role at a club with the history and demands of AC Milan. Amorim, for his part, knows that he will have no room for error: the expectations at San Siro are at their peak, and the margin for mistakes is minimal. In the coming months, activity in the transfer market and results on the pitch will determine whether the multimillion investment in Gonçalo Ramos was the first step in bringing AC Milan back to the European spotlight — or just another chapter of frustration for a sleeping giant.
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