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Milan Ready To Sign Sandro Tonali: Where Will He Fit in Pioli’s Plans?

September 2, 2020 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

For the last several months, Sandro Tonali has been repeatedly tipped to join Inter with some sources claiming a deal had been reached between the Club and the player. And yet the Brescia golden-boy ends up at the red and black side of the city as Milan win one of the hottest transfer battles of the summer. So, what should the Rossoneri fans expect from their newest signing?

Five Overseas Players That Milan Are Monitoring Closely

August 22, 2020 Luke Phelps AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Milan fans will be heading into the 2020-21 season in high hopes. With European football to look forward to as well, their confirmed coach Stefano Pioli will no doubt need a few new players from this month's market session already. Here are five overseas names that the Rossoneri have reportedly been looking at to strengthen their squad.

Five Free Agents That Milan Could Sign This Summer

August 15, 2020 Luke Phelps AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market One comment

The Rossoneri are heading into the 2020-21 season under Stefano Pioli after a managerial U-turn. The stage was set for Ralf Rangnick to join Milan, but after a series of disputes between him and the club regarding his role, he will no longer come in. Pioli's side finished the season strongly, but will they be bringing in any free agents this summer? Here’s 5 that could happen.

Pioli’s Extension Is Good News For Milan But Shows One Problem

July 22, 2020 Kolade Daniel AC Milan, Calciomercato, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market One comment

It's indeed been a roller-coaster over the past 24 hours for Milan and company. It looked more than likely Ralf Rangnick would join at the end of the season but for a late turn-around at the eleventh hour. Meaning, Stefano Pioli gets to continue his adventure at the helm of affairs for another two years. What does this decision mean for Milan?

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 31

July 9, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

In what was quite an unexpected turn of events, the latest Serie A round saw the top two clubs in the ranking both losing their games as Lecce shocked Lazio and Juventus saw Milan coming from behind after taking a two-goal lead. A disappointing Inter side were held onto a draw by Verona and Atalanta took advantage of the situation to pass Conte's Nerazzurri.

Milan Hopes of European Football Next Season Will Rest On This Man

June 22, 2020 Luke Phelps AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020 One comment

With 12 games of the Serie A season remaining, Milan sit precariously placed outside the top-six. They’ve still every chance of qualifying for Europe next season, but they’ll need one Ante Rebic to be at his best. After a shorter stint against Juventus ending with a red card, the Croatian will be fired up for the return of league action against Lecce tonight.

Milan Host Genoa As Pioli’s Side Look To Break Into Top-Six

February 28, 2020 Luke Phelps AC Milan, Genoa, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Having struggled for form throughout the first-half of the season, Milan have since turned their fortunes around having lost just one game in all competitions since New Year. The Rossoneri look a much more solid outfit under Stefano Pioli and will be looking at this game against Genoa as a banker in their push for a top-six spot.

Milan Strike Twice, Inter Come Back To Capture Derby

February 10, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

With a stunning second-half comeback, Antonio Conte’s Inter won 4-2 a thrlling Derby della Madonnina, likely the most exciting seen in years. The Nerazzurri thus managed to gain three points versus Scudetto-contenders Juventus. It was a real battle at the San Siro Stadium as Milan finally managed to measure up to the cross-town task despite wasting a two-goal lead.

Previewing This Weekend’s Derby di Milano

February 8, 2020 Joseph Porco AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

The Derby di Milano between Inter and Milan is always a match that is massive in the football world. As a result of this season so far, both clubs are desperate to win. This may seem obvious, but it's true. Here influential calcio blogger Joseph Porco from Calcio Fan Blogs previews for us the much-awaited Derby della Madonnina.

What The Match With Juventus Said About Stefano Pioli’s Milan

November 15, 2019 The Cult of Calcio AC Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Some hope. This is what Milan supporters were left with after yet another defeat at the Juventus Stadium. Because yes, Stefano Pioli’s team lost again, even though they played better than the Bianconeri. However, there was more than a nice performance to give hope to the Rossoneri fans, as it seems that Pioli is finally succeeding in getting the best out of his players.

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