Details emerged explaining why Bennacer's move to Atletico Madrid did not happen.

Atlético de Madrid made a last-minute attempt to sign Ismael Bennacer from AC Milan. The transfer failed as Atlético could not guarantee Bennacer's full salary and Milan preferred a sale over a loan.

Ismael Bennacer was a potential transfer target for Atletico Madrid during the last transfer window. However, the interest did not materialize into a transfer. Bennacer has now suffered a severe calf injury during a training session with the Algerian national team, which will sideline him for 90 days.

Atlético de Madrid contacted AC Milan for Ismael Bennacer as a potential replacement for Arthur Vermeeren.

Ismael Bennacer was targeted by Atletico Madrid. Milan was open to selling him to Spain during the last hours of the summer transfer window.

Ismael Bennacer was also linked with a transfer to Atletico Madrid in Spain, but the move did not materialize.

Ismael Bennacer is likely to depart for Atletico Madrid.

Atletico Madrid has shown interest in a loan deal for the player born in 1997. Milan is considering this option to free up resources for other potential signings like Manu Koné or a free agent like Adrien Rabiot.