The potential departure of Rade Krunic from AC Milan during the January transfer window is gaining momentum, with reports highlighting the financial implications for the club if the midfielder were to leave.
Krunic, who was not included in the squad for the recent match against Frosinone and did not warm up during the game, is rumored to be on the radar of Fenerbahce, who are reportedly willing to offer him €3 million net per season compared to his current €1.1 million per year with Milan. The return of Ismael Bennacer from injury further adds competition in the midfield.
If Krunic is sold, it would impact Milan’s accounts in several ways:
1. **Capital Gain:** Milan purchased Krunic in 2019 for €8,740,000. As of June 2023, his net balance sheet value is just under €2.4 million, and in January, it will be just under €1.8 million. If the rumored deal with Fenerbahce goes through for around €10 million, it could generate a capital gain of approximately €8.2 million.
2. **Salary and Depreciation Savings:** In addition to the capital gain, Milan would save on depreciation and salary for six months. While precise figures are not provided, the overall savings in this regard could be around €1.6 million.
If the reported figures are confirmed, the positive impact on Milan’s accounts for the 2023-24 season due to Krunic’s transfer to Fenerbahce would be approximately €9.8 million. The management would then need to decide how to utilize this money, whether on a midfield replacement or in other areas of the team.
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