It cannot be said that Gerry Cardinale had not foreshadowed it in his interview almost two weeks ago: the American executive had anticipated major changes and a more direct involvement on his part. In these first hours of the new Rossoneri era, objectively, that is exactly what is happening, regardless of the judgments each person may make. The owner of the Milan club, backed above all by Ibrahimović, is taking part in the various discussions that have taken place so far regarding the search for a new coach and sporting director. The first choices already seem clear.
Iraola: another contact soon:
Like a snowball rolling down a mountain, the name of Andoni Iraola is also gaining more and more ground in the Rossoneri approval rankings. This morning, Gazzetta dello Sport highlighted that there will soon be another meeting in London between the Basque coach and the RedBird duo made up of Cardinale and Ibra. The goal is to move as quickly as possible because there is a lot of competition, especially from Crystal Palace. With the one scheduled in the coming hours, the approaches with Iraola would become three in total: the first a month ago with Furlani and Moncada, the second a couple of weeks ago already involving Cardinale and Ibra. A two- or three-year contract is already on the table, with an automatic renewal in the event of Champions League qualification, based on a salary starting from €3 million and increasing over time. Gerry and Zlatan’s promises to the Spaniard: high-profile signings over the next two years and protection in case of difficulties.
Is Rangnick's name back in fashion at Casa Milan?
Last night, another name also emerged, initially considered to be in competition with Iraola. It is a profile that represents a renewed interest for Milan: the German Ralf Rangnick. He had already come close to joining the Rossoneri in 2021, before Stefano Pioli was ultimately confirmed. Now 67 years old, he is preparing to coach Austria at the World Cup, bringing them back to football’s biggest stage after 28 years. Yesterday there was a meeting in Vienna together with Cardinale and Ibrahimović. The objective is not to have him on the bench, but behind a desk: the proposal is for a sporting director role. It is an unusual offer and does not place Milan in the ideal position, given that Rangnick will at least until 22 June be occupied in North America. Milan, however, needs to begin planning much earlier, as relayed via Milan News.
