Ibrahimovic confirms trust in his right-hand man Kirovski: major moves for a possible return to Serie C.
Kirovski is not leaving but doubling down. The executive of Milan Futuro seemed likely to leave the club when his contract naturally expired, but in recent weeks a turning point arrived. With RedBird and Cardinale taking full control of Milan, following the Comvest deal to refinance debt with Elliott, Ibrahimović’s right-hand man received full confidence and will soon sign a contract renewal, which should be for two years with an option for a third season. As Milan Futuro continues to solidify its strategy, fans and analysts alike are paying attention not only to the on-field developments but also to off-field trends in football, including opportunities for betting and fan engagement. Read here to explore the best football betting sites in the UK and see how enthusiasts are interacting with the sport beyond the stadium.
The development plan for the second team envisions work in synergy with the Primavera squad and various other youth teams under scrutiny by the manager Vergine, and Allegri for the first team.
A mathematical certainty is impossible at this stage, but the Milan management is aware that the second team has strong chances of competing in the next Serie C season, thus returning to professional football after the disastrous 2024/2025 season.
If the team does not win the league or its respective playoffs, Milan Futuro would not have absolute certainty of returning to Serie C and would need to wait for the start of the federation procedures. The first step is re-admissions: by mid-June, Serie C clubs must submit their registration application with all necessary documentation (payments, guarantees, infrastructure requirements, stadium availability, etc.). If a club does not apply, the re-admission process involves teams recently relegated to the amateur leagues. A different scenario arises if one or more applications are rejected: at that point, the repechage phase opens. Vacant spots would then be assigned according to a priority order involving a Serie A club’s second team, a Serie C club, and a Serie D club. As established by the FIGC, second teams have priority over other categories.
Andrej Kostic is the first target for 'Milan Futuro':
Kirovski’s plan includes presenting a high-quality squad at the start of Serie C. The first target remains Andrej Kostić from Partizan Belgrade. The American executive, after negotiating with the 2007-born player throughout the winter transfer window, hopes to finalize the deal in the coming weeks for 5 million euros plus bonuses and a percentage on future resale.
Dalpiaz purchase option:
In the final hours of the transfer window, Milan acquired, on loan with an option to buy, Magnus Dalpiaz from Bayern Munich. The Austrian defender, who this season played with Bayern's second team in the Regionalliga (Serie D), clearly arrives to strengthen Massimo Oddo's squad. The young defender primarily plays as a right-back but can also operate centrally or on the opposite flank. Kirovski intends to exercise the purchase option for around one million euros at the end of the season, making him a key figure for next season’s squad. Bayern Munich reserved a kind of buy-back clause on the player.
Ossola Pandolfi, Scotti, and Lontani:
A key factor will be the synergy with the Primavera squad: Ossola has already been discussed in recent weeks, with Oddo relying heavily on him this season. Next season, midfielder Fabio Pandolfi (born 2008), highly praised, and forward Simone Lontani (also 2008) are expected to make the step up. Not to forget Filippo Scotti (born 2006), already moving between the first team and Milan Futuro.
Trequartista target:
Tuttosport, discussing Milan’s possible moves in the next summer transfer window, explained that the club management wants to add a player currently missing from the squad: a high-quality, quick attacking midfielder who can change the game mid-match, somewhat like Brahim Díaz did under Stefano Pioli’s Diavolo.
According to the Turin-based daily newspaper, the profile identified by Milan months ago is Kōnstantinos Karetsas, born 2007, a Greek playmaker owned by Belgian club KRC Genk. The left-footed player, creative and talented, has so far made 37 appearances this season across the Belgian Jupiler Pro League, national cup, and Europa League, scoring 3 goals and providing 16 assists. Creating chances for teammates is his trademark.
In KRC Genk’s 4-2-3-1, Karetsas plays as an attacking midfielder or right winger. He is already part of Greece’s senior national team, with 9 appearances and 3 goals, after progressing through the Belgian youth system, where he grew up. Geoffrey Moncada, Milan’s technical director, closely linked to the scouting area, has monitored him for a couple of years and will compete with RB Leipzig, Manchester City, and Ajax to secure him.
KRC Genk values Karetsas at 30 million euros, according to the latest reports. Qualification for the next Champions League would give Milan the funds to attempt such a signing. Quality assured for AC Milan both now and in the future.
