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Tomori delighted with Maldini praise amid permanent AC Milan transfer talk

Fikayo Tomori has insisted he is not thinking about his future at present after AC Milan sporting director Paolo Maldini praised the on-loan Chelsea man.

Tomori has made an impact with Milan since joining in January, and his performances have convinced Maldini to consider activating his purchase option at season's end.

Speaking at a press conference ahead of Thursday's Europa League match against Manchester United, Tomori said he was pleased to hear praise from legendary former defender Maldini.

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“It’s a good feeling and to hear something like this obviously gives me confidence, but I just want to carry on doing what I’m doing that’s got me to this stage and go even further," the 23-year-old said.