Milan raise bid to €35m for Gerard Martin, Chelsea also keen

Milan have upped their offer to €35m for Barcelona defender Gerard Martin, but face competition from Chelsea.

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What happened. Milan have increased their offer for Barcelona defender Gerard Martin from €20m to €35m, but Chelsea are also interested.

• Milan's initial €20m bid has been raised to €35m.
• Chelsea's involvement complicates Milan's pursuit.
• Milan's defence showed weakness in a 2-2 friendly draw with Celtic.

Milan need to act decisively to fend off Chelsea and secure Martin before the transfer window closes.

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