Milan secures a hard-fought victory against Como, reigniting its European ambitions and strengthening its league campaign. However, beyond the on-field success, much of the discussion has centered around the absence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who remained at home due to a severe bout of the flu. The Swede, already unavailable in the days leading up to the match, was unable to recover in time for the clash against Cesc Fabregas' side, missing an important fixture in Milan's season. A forced stoppage, but also a crucial week in defining his future role at the club.
With the international break, Milan is preparing for two decisive weeks to reshape its management structure. CEO Giorgio Furlani is working on identifying the next sporting director, with Fabio Paratici, Igli Tare, and Tony D’Amico among the candidates. After an initial round of consultations in London, the executive has taken control of the situation, aiming to have the final say on the decision, as relayed via PianetaMilan.it.
A choice that has diminished Ibrahimovic’s role, as he had already reached an understanding with Igli Tare. The former striker seemed set to have significant influence over sporting decisions, but the situation has changed: Furlani has increasingly asserted himself, gaining greater autonomy in decision-making. This shift in power has effectively sidelined Zlatan, who until now was considered the closest figure to Gerry Cardinale.
Ibrahimovic: What does the future hold at Milan?
Furlani has secured RedBird’s trust and the freedom to navigate this delicate phase, especially in light of the sporting and financial disappointments of the season. The key issue now is Ibrahimovic: will he accept a more marginal role compared to the CEO, or will he choose to step away?
The coming weeks will be crucial in shaping the club’s future. First, the Ibrahimovic decision, then the appointment of the new sporting director, and finally, the coaching dilemma—Milan is entering a pivotal phase of the season, and the decisions made now could have a lasting impact on the club’s project.
