Moreira vows Milan derby will define his career after €50m move

Diego Moreira says his first Derby della Madonnina against Inter on 31 October 2026 will stay in his memory forever and he will not rest on his laurels for AC Milan or Belgium. He added that the victory, in which he contributed a goal and two assists, marked a personal milestone.

Summer investment and early returns

AC Milan paid a reported €50 million plus significant add‑ons to sign the winger from RC Strasbourg over the summer. He has already recorded four goals and three assists in ten appearances across Serie A and the Europa League.

Moreira was decisive in the 3‑1 Milan derby win, scoring one goal and providing two assists. He told RTL Info while on Belgium duty that the team set the tempo, controlled the game and his contribution will remain in his memory forever.

Milan have been strong in Serie A but have struggled to maintain intensity in mid‑week Europa League fixtures, suffering their only defeat to Bologna. The club acknowledged a tough few weeks with many players injured, describing the period as intense but saying preparation was their responsibility.

Ricky Kaka was among the spectators when Moreira impressed in the derby, having inherited the Brazilian’s iconic number 22 jersey. Moreira said it is an honour to wear the number but he is building his own career and name.

He is in Belgium’s squad for Nations League fixtures away to Turkiye on Thursday and at home to Italy on Sunday, though a starting place is not guaranteed. Moreira added that he wants more minutes, will keep proving his worth and will not rest on his laurels.