The words of Luca PercassiCEO of‘Atalantato Mediaset before the Italian Cup match against Fiorentina, confirm what has been said for some time now: the Bergamo club will redeem Charles De Ketelaere at the end of this season. “I would suggest he confirm the house in Bergamo, because it is a beautiful city where one feels very comfortable” the words of the Nerazzurri manager which leave no room for too many misunderstandings about the future of the Belgian.
REBIRTH IN BERGAMO – After a very disappointing season well below expectations at MilanDe Ketelaere spent last summer on loan with the right to buy at Atalanta where found himself under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini. First of all, his seasonal numbers say it: 11 goals in 40 games this year compared to zero goals in 40 games last year with the Devil’s shirt. The reasons for this rebirth? Without a doubt the lower pressure compared to Milan, a position on the pitch closer to the goal and finally Gasperini’s work on Charles’ head to restore his self-esteem and conviction.
CHARLES’ WILL – A few weeks ago, interviewed about his possible stay at Atalanta, De Ketelaere demonstrated that he had very clear ideas about his future: “I feel very good at Atalanta. I learned a lot from the negative season I had with Milan. It has helped me take steps forward and will help me again. From a good season you learn a lot, but from slightly less good seasons you learn even more. Ransom? If it were up to me I would stay at Atalanta, also because I can improve. THEMilan is a great team, but right now I need to play and I don’t want to end up on the bench again. Atalanta is helping me a lot: from the staff to my teammates and the fans who made me feel at home.”
HOW MUCH DOES MILAN COLLECT? – The ransom is therefore already written, but how much will Milan earn from the permanent transfer of the Belgian to Atalanta? After the three million euros for the onerous loan, the Bergamo club will have to pay another 23 million (plus about two in bonuses) in the coffers of the company in via Aldo Rossiwhich will maintain a percentage of 10% on a future resale. After just two seasons, one of which was on loan, De Ketelaere’s adventure with the Rossoneri will end, certainly with some regrets, but also with the common awareness that it is probably the best thing for everyone.
