The day after at AC Milan is certainly more black than red. The image of Ibrahimović and Cardinale leaving San Siro escorted and without releasing any statement is certainly powerful and reflects the tension caused by the heavy defeat against Cagliari. A match that was meant to mark a new beginning instead turned into a sporting failure and one of the most painful pages in Milan’s history. The RedBird owner did not leave Milan as initially planned but stayed in the city to continue consultations with his two trusted men, Calvelli and Ibrahimović, which will lead to final decisions. The priority concerns the difficult position of Allegri.
Ibrahimovic wants Allegri out:
At the pre-match lunch meeting, Ibrahimović had already presented to Cardinale and Calvelli his vision of a Milan without Allegri: the RedBird senior advisor has been at odds with the ex Juventus coach for months and is now firmly pushing for his dismissal. Already during the night, the Swede reiterated his view to Cardinale, backing it with a series of accusations. From the lack of an attacking style of play to the strained relationship with some key players in the squad, especially Leão and Pulisic. Ibrahimović is not backing down, on the contrary he is doubling down: he wants Allegri dismissed, with a decision expected within the next few hours, as relayed via Calcio Mercato.
Total revolution at Casa Milan?
According to initial reports gathered, there will be a total revolution at AC Milan: Cardinale wants to entrust Ibrahimović and Calvelli with the choice of the new sporting director and the new chief executive officer. Awaiting official statements for what now appear to be final decisions: Tare will be dismissed shortly. Giorgio Furlani will also leave after four years as the club’s chief executive officer, while Geoffrey Moncada’s contract will not be renewed. And Allegri? Sources close to the Tuscan coach confirmed immediately after the match that he has decided not to resign. Disheartened and disappointed but not stepping down, Allegri is expected to meet Cardinale in the coming hours. The end appears to be near in a second spell in red and black colours that has certainly been negative.
