(Video) Chelsea loanee Fikayo Tomori reveals how “the best defender ever” influenced his move to AC Milan

Fikayo Tomori has spoken of Paolo Maldini’s influence in bringing the defender to AC Milan.

The 23-year-old defender has joined the Serie A leaders from Chelsea on loan with an option to buy.

He called it a ‘surprise’ to hear of the Rossoneri’s interest.

The centre-back said: “It’s a club with great history, this is an opportunity I couldn’t turn down

“I was surprised, when I spoke to Paolo Maldini, the best defender who has ever played football, I knew this was where I wanted to be and where I wanted to play football.

“I am very happy to be here now.”

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