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Udinese Captain Outlines Milan ‘Dream’ After Busted Move In 2021

October 13, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Udinese Leave a comment

Udinese skipper Florian Thauvin admits playing for Milan would be a 'dream' as he makes an admission about long-gone interest from the Rossoneri. During a comprehensive interview with Calciomercato, the French veteran claimed Paolo Maldini tried to take him to Stadio San Siro after the end of his second episode at Olympique Marseille in 2021.

Milan Talisman Makes History with Match-Winning Performance Against Lecce

September 28, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan Leave a comment

Whether Theo Hernandez is the best left-back in the world is debatable, but there's no argument that he's one of the best defenders in the history of Milan. The French star entered the club's folklore on Friday night with a thunderous strike in a 3-0 demolition of Lecce, becoming the joint-highest scorer among Rossoneri defenders.

Napoli staved off a feeble attempt by Inter and will soon officialize the arrival of Alessandro Buongiorno. He’ll take the medicals early in the week.

Napoli’s Buongiorno Reveals Role Models in First Presser

July 30, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Newly-signed Napoli stopper Alessandro Buongiorno has revealed the defenders he looks up to in a bid to elevate his game. Having completed his move from Torino, the 25-year-old becomes the Partenopei’s fourth permanent transfer of the season, after Rafa Marin, Leonardo Spinazzola and Matija Popovic.

Recent rumors from Spain suggested Barcelona was keen on Rafael Leao and was preparing an offer, but Milan have every intention of keeping their ace.

Leao Voices Commitment to Milan as PSG Buzz Resurfaces

January 29, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Rafael Leao has been shortlisted by PSG for the summer, when they might have to replace Kylian Mbappé. There’s a €175M release clause in his contract. Director Luis Campos, who worked for Lille in the past, is handling the deal.

Former Milan director Paolo Maldini has broken his silence about his ousting from Milan in an interview: "Some people are just passing through."

Maldini Discusses His Milan Exit, Cardinale, and Pioli

December 1, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Former Milan director Paolo Maldini has broken his silence about his ousting from Milan in an interview: “I could have spoken from the gut, while time gives you more serenity. Some people are just passing through and don’t abide by the team’s identity and history."

Paolo Maldini announced that Ismael Bennacer will extend his contract very soon and that they are making progress in the negotiation with Rafael Leao.

Milan Legend Paolo Maldini Offered New Job in Saudi Arabia

November 11, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Five months after leaving Milan, Paolo Maldini could embark on a new chapter in his sporting director career, says Fabrizio Romano. The 55-year-old has emerged among the likeliest candidates to take the same role at Al-Ittihad.

Like Fathers, Like Sons: Thuram and Weah Last in Line of Famous Serie A Successors

June 25, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Inter, Juventus, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Marcus Thuram and Timothy Weah are on the brink of moving to Inter and Juventus, respectively, to join a large contingent of the sons of former Serie A icons. Let's take a short trip down the memory line to remember those who once wrote history in Italian football and can now enjoy watching their sons follow their path.

Nesta Deplores Milan Decision: “Maldini Sack Beyond Any Logic”

June 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Maldini and Nesta manned Milan's defensive line for 10 years together, winning a host of trophies together, including two Scudetti and Champions League titles each.

Paolo Maldini wasn’t axed only because his ideas and strategy didn’t coincide with those of the ownership but also because he clashed with Stefano Pioli.

Maldini Also Paid the Price Due to Frictions with Pioli

June 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Paolo Maldini wasn’t axed only because his ideas and strategy didn’t coincide with those of the ownership but because he clashed with Stefano Pioli too. The higher-ups decided to side with the coach. He will have more power after the shake-up. The Rossoneri managed to keep the disagreements under wraps.

Real Madrid do not pose a threat to Milan for Leao, as stated by tactician Carlo Ancelotti in an exclusive phone call to technical director Paolo Maldini.

Ancelotti Laments Milan Decision to Dismiss Maldini

June 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has termed Milan’s decision to bid goodbye to Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara as a sign of lack of respect and ungratefulness.

Milan shocked their fans by firing Paolo Maldini and Frederic Massara. President Paolo Scaroni explained the reasons behind the choice.

Scaroni Elaborates on New Milan MO Without Maldini

June 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan shocked their fans by firing directors Paolo Maldini and Frederic Massara. President Paolo Scaroni explained the reasons behind the choice and how the club would operate going forward: However, we have an innovative and more collegial model. We’ll work as a team in every area."

The stunning developments at Milan will have immediate effects on a few negotiations and their transfer market plans, but not on their dugout.

How the Milan Strategy Will Change After Recent Events

June 6, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bologna, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

The stunning developments at Milan will have immediate effects on a few negotiations and the transfer market plans, but not on their dugout. Stefano Pioli was blindsided by Paolo Maldini and Frederic Massara’s ousting. The ownership signaled their its in him, and he'll remain the coach.

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