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Divock Origi’s time at AC Milan looks to be over. The former Liverpool forward is reportedly preparing to tear up his contract after spending the last year exiled from the first team and refusing to feature for the club’s youth side, Milan Futuro.
The Belgian striker, now 30, has not made a senior appearance for Milan since 2023. After a disappointing loan spell at Nottingham Forest in 2023-24 and just two goals during his debut season in Serie A, his stock in Italy plummeted. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Milan are ready to terminate his deal with a year left, paying him half his salary as severance.
Origi has been training with a personal coach away from Milan’s facilities, signaling just how badly the relationship has broken down.
From Liverpool Hero to Milan Outcast
At Anfield, Origi carved out cult status. His brace against Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final and his decisive goal in the final against Tottenham remain etched in Liverpool history. He also had a habit of scoring crucial goals in Merseyside derbies.
Yet at Milan, expectations collapsed quickly. Signed on one of the highest salaries in the squad behind Rafael Leao, Origi never came close to delivering on the hype.
Betting Implications: Where Next for Origi?
For sportsbooks, Origi’s uncertain future creates a new market opportunity. His next club odds could soon hit the boards, with potential destinations ranging from mid-table Premier League sides to a move to the Middle East or MLS. Bettors looking for value may eye leagues where his reputation as a “big moment” player could still carry weight.
If he does land back in England, betting lines on cup matches or derby fixtures may be influenced. Origi has built a reputation for late-game drama, something punters remember when betting on goalscorers or live in-play markets.
On the flip side, if he heads to a less competitive league, his goalscoring market odds may shrink, but bookmakers will likely adjust quickly given his inconsistent scoring record.
The Bigger Picture
Player exits like Origi’s also underline the risk for bettors in futures markets. A high-profile transfer that doesn’t work out can drastically alter a player’s value in goalscorer bets or team performance wagers. His fall at Milan is a reminder that reputation doesn’t always translate across leagues.
For now, Origi’s next move is unknown, but once bookmakers open the “next club” markets, punters will be watching closely. His track record for surprise moments means he’ll still attract attention — even if his glory days at Liverpool feel far behind him.
