AC Milan Signs Adrien Rabiot from Marseille in €10 Million Deal

Adrien Rabiot joins AC Milan

Adrien Rabiot joins AC Milan from Marseille in a €10 million deal. Read more about his ambitions and expectations from the French midfielder.

“The fans always treated me well, I was there for a season and it was an intense season...”

Adrien Rabiot has put the past behind him, confirming that he's made peace with Jonathan Rowe after their intense dressing room brawl at Marseille. The France midfielder joined AC Milan on transfer deadline day for 10 million euros ($11.7 million) following the incident. Rabiot and Rowe exchanged messages after joining their new clubs, with Rabiot saying, “We spoke when he went to Bologna and I came to Milan, and sent each other messages to wish each other well.”

The brawl, described as “extremely violent” by Marseille president Pablo Longoria, occurred after a 1-0 defeat to Rennes, where Rowe allegedly slapped Rabiot, prompting a physical confrontation that required security intervention. Rabiot's mother, Veronique, has been vocal about her son's treatment, comparing it to Mason Greenwood's situation, where he was given a second chance after controversy. Despite this, Rabiot seems focused on his new club, praising AC Milan's project and ambition.

Rabiot 🤝 Allegri pic.twitter.com/znmOahEkEm

— AC Milan (@acmilan) September 12, 2025

Rabiot's move to AC Milan brings new energy to the team, and fans are eager to see him in action, especially against his former opponent Rowe, who's set to play for Bologna.

Despite everything, Rabiot has since made peace with Rowe, saying they exchanged messages after joining their new clubs, AC Milan and Bologna, respectively.

Rabiot expressed no ill feelings towards Rowe, stating he's looking forward to their upcoming match, where AC Milan will host Bologna in Serie A. “He's a good guy! We have a good relationship,” Rabiot said, downplaying the past altercation. The two players will face off on the pitch, but Rabiot seems to have put their differences behind him.

Rabiot's move to AC Milan marks a new chapter in his career, and he seems focused on the team's ambitions, including returning to the Champions League. He praised the club's project and history, expressing his excitement to be a part of it.

“There's nothing in particular left to say. We spoke when he went to Bologna and I came to Milan, and sent each other messages to wish each other well and say that we'll see each other at the San Siro,” Rabiot said 

“It will be good to see him because Jonathan's a good guy. What happened at Marseille was something that can happen in a dressing room anywhere but it's not changed my relationship with him.”

The intense dressing room brawl between Adrien Rabiot and Jonathan Rowe sparked a scandal in France, with Marseille president Pablo Longoria labeling the incident “extremely violent.” The altercation led to both players being put up for sale, with Rabikt subsequently joining AC Milan and Rowe signing with Bologna.

Despite hopes from coach Roberto De Zerbi that the relationship between Rabiot and Marseille could be mended, the 30-year-old opted to leave the club and return to Italy. Rabiot joined AC Milan on a three-year deal, reportedly worth 10 million euros. This move reunites him with Massimiliano Allegri, under whom he played at Juventus.

Rabiot's first training day at Milanello ✅ pic.twitter.com/DzQ118JYg5

— AC Milan (@acmilan) September 12, 2025

Rabiot has expressed no regrets over the incident that led to his departure from Marseille. In fact, he's looking forward to facing his former teammate Rowe in the upcoming match between AC Milan and Bologna. Rabiot's move to AC Milan seems to be a strategic one, driven by the club's ambition and Allegri's presence. During his time at Marseille, Rabiot scored 10 goals in 32 appearances and helped the team reach the Champions League. Now, he's set to bring his experience and skills to the Italian league.

“That's life, you can be going well and then things change in a moment. But I think I left Marseille with some good memories,” added Rabiot.

“The fans always treated me well, I was there for a season and it was an intense season. I had some great experiences with Marseille, at the stadium with the fans, and I thanked them for that.”

Rabiot Joins AC Milan with Top-Four Ambitions

Adrien Rabiot has rejoined Serie A and reunited with coach Massimiliano Allegri at AC Milan, with the team aiming to return to the Champions League after missing out on European football this season. Following an eighth-place finish last term, Milan's primary goal is to secure a top-four spot in the league standings. Rabiot's experience and skills will be crucial in helping the team achieve this ambition.

Rabiot's familiarity with Allegri, having played under him at Juventus, will likely aid in his integration into the team. With a clear goal in mind, AC Milan is poised to make a strong push for a Champions League spot.

“I spoke to him when he was hired by Milan but I was still with Marseille, but when what happened happened he immediately called me again,” said Rabiot.

“We spoke about the project here at Milan, about the team he wants to build and the ambition to take Milan back into the Champions League, to have a good season.

“In the end it all happened pretty quickly.”

Adrien Rabiot's decision to join AC Milan was influenced by conversations with his France teammates, including goalkeeper Mike Maignan. Maignan's positive experiences and insights about the club likely played a role in Rabiot's decision-making process. Rabiot has expressed his excitement about joining Milan and working with coach Massimiliano Allegri, who previously managed him at Juventus.

Rabiot's move to Milan seems to be a strategic choice, driven by the club's ambitions and his relationships with teammates and the coach.

“Obviously, Mike spoke very positively of Milan, but even Theo (Hernandez) who has left told me that he hopes I'll get on well here because he considers the club a big family,” he said.

“I don't want to say they convinced me because its a prestigious club, history shows you one of the biggest, but it's important to me that players here or who have been here spoke very positively about the club, so that I know that it's the right choice.”

AC Milan is currently ranked eighth in the Italian Serie A standings with three points. 

Here's a breakdown of their performances:

• Matches Played: 2
• Wins: 1
• Losses: 1
• Draws: 0
• Points: 3
• Goal Difference: +1

Their recent performances include a loss in the opening fixture, followed by a win against Lecce before the international break. The team is looking to improve their standings and secure a top-four spot to qualify for the Champions League.