Paolo Maldini’s recent statement that the owners of AC Milan will have to invest in the team this summer if they want to catch up with the best European clubs and become competitive on both fronts seems to have borne fruit, as the sports sector of the Milan club has already devised a plan to revamp the playing staff that will start with the midfield.The Italian media write that the Rossoneri have already set a priority for the upcoming transfer window when it comes to the center of the pitch. It is Ruben Loftus-Cheek, a Chelsea footballer, whose contract expires in a year. The English midfielder played 30 games this season, mostly in the first part of the season, but with the arrival of Frank Lampard on the bench of the London team, he fell into the background.##NAJAVA_MECA_7261761##At Stamford Bridge, they have not shown any intention to continue cooperation with Ruben, they have not started negotiations on the extension of the contract, and as the current expires in July 2024, in Milan they want to take advantage of the opportunity and bring him at an affordable price, although it is not currently stated how much would he cost.However, Loftus-Cheek is open to a move to San Siro and Milan’s negotiations with his representatives are going well, according to Italian media. A reminder – the Rossoneri recently learned that due to a knee injury, they will not be able to count on Ismael Bennacer in the opening three months of the next season, which is why it is of great importance for them to solve the problem in the middle of the field.Understand AC Milan are in concrete talks to sign Ruben Loftus Cheek from Chelsea. He’s priority target to rebuild the midfield. 🚨🔴⚫️ #ACMilanLoftus Cheek, keen on the move as the negotiation is progressing very well. pic.twitter.com/cypotcvhAz— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 18, 2023 One of the options is also Daichi Kamada. The Japanese player has already informed the Eintracht Frankfurt administration that he will leave the club as a free agent at the end of his contract. After another excellent season, the 26-year-old attacking midfielder has attracted the attention of a number of clubs, including Napoli, Atletico, Benfica and Dortmund, but Kamada would prefer Milan. They are also aware of this at San Siro, they have already had a conversation with his representatives, however, they have not made a final decision yet.Kamada has played 44 games in all competitions this season, scoring 15 and setting up another six goals.