Milan: All Talk And No Mr X.

As this past football season came to a close for both Milan and Serie A many started to speculate which new names would arrive at Milanello in the summer.

Big names from some of Europe's heavy weight sides as well as the up and coming names from South America were continued to be drawn alongside the Rossoneri. Amongst the rumours Milan's sporting director Adriano Galliani took the bold step in enticing the fans and press by claiming that they will sign a well established player. However, Galliani failed to give any specific name but rather brandishing him "Mr X".

Enough to drive any fan dilly, with who this possible player could be, especially after Galliani seemed adamant that the Diavoli had practically secured the player and it was just the signature that needed to be put on paper.

It has been several months since the "Mr X." story started to circulate; seeing Milan fail to produce any signing worthy of the "Mr X." title. Filippe Mexes was brought in from Roma on a free transfer, despite being one of Serie A's most solid defenders the Frenchman has past his peak ruling him out of the running.

Along with Mexes arrived the much raved about Taye Taiwo. The 25-year old has been named on of Africa's leading defenders but he lacks the experience to fall into the category of a 'big name player'.

Finally the only other notable signing for Milan has seen the 18-year-old Stefan El Shaawary sign from Padova. Born of an Egyptian dad the youngster saw himself quickly branded the hottest property in Serie B with his impressive campaign. Nevertheless his sole ten minutes in Serie A football isn't worthy of the "Mr X." title.

So who could it be?

It seems every week or even every day a new name is linked with the San Siro giants but nothing of a solid nature. Even Massimiliano Allegri's comment of the player wearing "a size 42 shoe" has since been considered a cover up to try keep the anxious fans at bay and maintain what little element of hope they have.

With all talk and nothing solid to show for it, it seems that management have lead their fans on false hope and are now stressing to capture a big name that will fall into the ideal standard of "Mr X".

With funds and EU spots a possible problem for Milan the fans are loosing hope with each passing day as the closing of the transfer window seems to draw nearer and the new season to start even sooner.

Come hell or high water Galliani will have to pull all his string to sign a player soon!