Paolo Maldini has confirmed AC Milan plan to sign Tiemoue Bakayoko to a permanent deal if their resources allow.
The France midfielder struggled for form after joining Chelsea in 2017 and moved to Milan on loan at the start of the season, again enduring a tough start to life in a new country.
But the former Monaco man has since established himself as a key man for the Rossoneri.
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Bakayoko has made 25 Serie A appearances for Milan this season, scoring one goal and adding one assist.