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Milan moved concretely for just another coach before choosing Conceiçao: Sarri, who was the frontrunner the last time Fonseca was hanging by a thread.

Milan Reached Out to Sarri Before Appointing Conceiçao

December 31, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan moved concretely for just another coach before choosing Sergio Conceiçao: Maurizio Sarri, who was the frontrunner the last time Paulo Fonseca was hanging by a thread. The Rossoneri proposed a short-term deal to the former Lazio manager.

Milan aren’t wavering in their support of Paulo Fonseca publicly, but, the more they lose ground from the top four, the more doubts about the coach pile up.

Milan Mull Hiring Mancini Should Fonseca Get the Ax

December 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 One comment

Milan aren’t wavering in their support of Paulo Fonseca publicly, but, the more they lose ground from the top four, the more the doubts about the future of the coach pile up. He has been under scrutiny before every international break so far.

Roma inevitably pulled the plug on Ivan Juric following the loss to Bologna. The coach had been given two extra games, mostly due to the timing.

Roma Still in the Early Stages of a New Coaching Hire

November 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Roma inevitably pulled the plug on Ivan Juric following the loss to Bologna. The coach had been given two extra games, mostly due to the timing than because the brass still backed him, which didn’t lead to any improvements.

Paulo Fonseca didn’t attack his squad out of anger or nervousness following the win over Red Star Belgrade, but rather his philippic had been prepared.

Juric and Fonseca Reportedly Still on Very Thin Ice

November 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Ivan Juric will remain under scrutiny following the win over Torino and, despite Milan backing Paulo Fonseca in recent days, he’ll have to obtain results in the next few matches to avoid the ax. The Croat is safe until the next game.

Ivan Juric is hanging by a thread at Roma after the disastrous five-one loss to Fiorentina and an underwhelming spell in general.

Roma Ponder More Coaches Besides Recalling De Rossi

October 28, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Ivan Juric is hanging by a thread at Roma after the disastrous five-one loss to Fiorentina and an underwhelming spell in general. It’s not so certain the Giallorossi would turn back to Daniele De Rossi if they pulled the plug.

Leonardo Bonucci was spotted at San Siro for Inter-Torino, as his son is a Granata supporter, and paid a visit to a TV show to take stock of Serie A.

Bonucci Assesses Motta, Allegri, Conte, and Milan Move

October 7, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Leonardo Bonucci was spotted on the San Siro’s stands for Inter-Torino, as his son is a Granata supporter, and paid a visit to a TV show to take stock of Juventus and more: “Thiago Motta is doing an incredible job both on the pitch and communication-wise."

The Friedkin family has big plans for Everton and is pursuing Maurizio Sarri to replace Sean Dyche. The Toffees are currently at the bottom of the table.

Roma Owners Tipped to Try to Bring Sarri to Everton

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, everton, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

The Friedkin family has big plans for Everton and is pursuing Maurizio Sarri to replace Sean Dyche. The Toffees are currently at the bottom of the table having collected just one point in five rounds like Southampton and Wolverhampton.

Paulo Fonseca is already facing scrutiny after struggling early and collecting just one point in his first two matches on the Milan bench.

Milan Choose Italian Veteran as Fonseca Faces Potential Final Act in Derby della Madonnina

September 22, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Paulo Fonseca's future at San Siro is on the line as Milan and Inter square off in a heavyweight Serie A showdown on Sunday night. Though it's only the fifth round, the Portuguese manager's career at the helm of the 19-time Italian champions has already reached a 'make or break' point.

The Milan hierarchy won’t make rash decisions about Paulo Fonseca and will give the gaffer at least three more matches and then evaluate.

Paulo Fonseca Unfazed by Exit Rumors Ahead of Make-or-Break Milan Derby

September 21, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Paulo Fonseca's future at Milan hangs by a thread, with Sunday's derby clash against Inter tipped to determine his fate at San Siro. However, the under-pressure Portuguese manager doesn't care about persistent rumors linking him with a premature exit.

Paulo Fonseca faces an uphill climb to keep ahold of his Milan job. Only a convincing victory in the Derby could save him.

Milan Also Considering Former Lazio and OM Manager

September 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Paulo Fonseca faces an uphill climb to keep ahold of his Milan job. Only a convincing victory in the Derby could save him. Despite the caliber of the opponents, even a draw might not be enough. The Rossoneri have won only against Venezia so far.

Maurizio Sarri missed out on the recent coaching carousel but is ready to get back on the horse: “Even without football, I still smoke too much."

Fonseca’s Milan Tenure Hangs by a Thread as Derby Defeat Could Pave Way for Veteran Coach

September 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Paulo Fonseca arrived at Milan with great expectations in July, but he's on the verge of dismissal just over a month into the new season. One last chance to salvage his faltering career at San Siro is to miraculously defeat Scudetto holders Inter in Sunday's Derby della Madonnina.

Sarri Eyes Return, Revisits Seesawing Spell at Juventus

September 12, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Boca Juniors, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Maurizio Sarri missed out on the recent coaching carousel but is ready to get back on the horse: “Unfortunately, even without football, I still smoke too much. The desire to return on the pitch has increased with the start of the season."

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