Reports that Belgian winger Alexis Saelemaekers has no plans to leave AC Milan have cast doubt on Aston Villa's interest in the player. The 26-year-old is a target for Unai Emery, who wants to bring competition and quality to the wings. According to reports, Villa has shown interest in the right winger and may make a bid shortly. Nottingham Forest, a Premier League competition, is also a fan of the 16-cap Belgian international.
Before moving to Milan in 2020, he began his career with Anderlecht. He has had loan stints at Bologna and Roma in recent seasons, which have sparked rumors of a transfer. Saelemaekers is rumored to desire to compete for a position at Milan following two years on loan. This is particularly true given that the Rossoneri have a new coach who "greatly appreciates his versatility.”