AC Milan reportedly impressed by Sassuolo player as €30m price tag is set

Darryl Bakola was named man of the match against Milan. It was a complete, mature performance from a player born in 2007.

He received a solid 7/10 in the player ratings, impressing Ruben Amorim, who was genuinely surprised by the qualities of the wonderkid who joined Marseille in January for €10 million plus €2 million in bonuses, with the aim of making his mark in Serie A.

At a time when the international game is short of technically gifted box-to-box midfielders with strong attacking instincts, Sassuolo’s young gem is emerging as a clear reference point for scouts across Europe.

Rumour · This claim is unconfirmed.