Milan continue to search for a new head coach following the dismissal of Massimiliano Allegri, but the situation remains far from straightforward. Among the candidates being considered is Oliver Glasner, coming off a highly successful spell at Crystal Palace and already in contact with representatives of the Rossoneri ownership. The Austrian coach met with Milan yesterday, with discussions focusing mainly on ambitions and the sporting project, which is complicated by the club's absence from the Champions League and the resulting reduction in financial resources.
Rangnick wants full control:
As for the sporting side of the club, the possibility of appointing Ralf Rangnick remains alive. Currently the Austria national team manager, he is expected to hold talks with his federation, with whom he is reportedly even discussing a contract extension. However, the German is said to have set very strict conditions for Milan: full control over the sporting model, including the appointment of the head coach, the sporting director, and the structure of the youth academy. It would amount to a complete Red Bull-style overhaul, supported by a large accompanying staff. This demand, however, could clash with Zlatan Ibrahimović's desire to maintain a central role in Milan's decision-making process.
Ibrahimovic looks at coach Arne Slot and director Ramon Planes
Arne Slot is also under consideration, a profile appreciated by Ibrahimović following his departure from Liverpool through dismissal. The main obstacle remains his salary, around €8 million per year, a figure that Milan currently cannot afford. However, the involvement of Rafaela Pimenta, the agent of Santiago Giménez and someone very close to Ibrahimović, could help facilitate negotiations, as relayed via Milan News.
On the executive side, one of the names reportedly favoured by the Swede is Ramón Planes, currently an adviser to Al-Ittihad. This approach, however, does not appear to align completely with the views of Cardinale and Calvelli, who seem more inclined towards Glasner instead.
In short, the new Milan has yet to take shape, but the internal differences are already becoming apparent.
