Stefano Pioli is facing an uncertain future as his contract with Milan runs out in 2025, like a few other top team managers. The higher-ups haven’t made up their minds yet. Winning the Europa League might end up being crucial in their decision, La Gazzetta dello Sport relays (via Tuttomercatoweb).
The Rossoneri haven’t won an international trophy since 2007. Doing so would allow the brass to see the season in a positive light even though they haven’t kept up with Inter in Serie A. They’ll also try to overtake Juventus, but finishing second isn’t a great achievement.
Instead, taking home the cup would boost the club’s brand and appeal, which are very important to Milan owner Gerry Cardinale, and make it easier to confirm Pioli. Like other sides in the same situation, they are unlikely to start the season with a lame-duck manager.
The Rossoneri have been linked to Antonio Conte, Roberto De Zerbi, and Thiago Motta as potential replacements. Instead, their current boss could become an option for Napoli if he was dismissed.
Our Take on Milan and Pioli
Winning justifies everything, but it’d be unfair if such a pivotal call hinged on something so aleatory. They have been supporting him publicly, but the rumors and the subtle undermining after every stumble suggest they might have already decided to go in a different direction. It wouldn’t be a shock after five seasons together, but they’d have to nail his heir.
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