There are multiple interpretations regarding the total break between Paolo Maldini and Gerry Cardinale: from the transfer market budget to the director of the technical area's words not sitting well with the club owner, to the request for greater autonomy from the executive and also... to Stefano Pioli.
According to the rumors reported today by the Italian newspaper La Repubblica, there were also divergences regarding the head coach between the parties. The historic Rossoneri captain believed it was his right, given his role, to judge the coach, with some rumours pointing to Antonio Conte. On the other hand, there is full confidence in the former Fiorentina, Inter and Lazio boss.
