Paolo Maldini, the legendary Rossoneri captain, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram for his predecessor, Franco Baresi, who passed away today at the age of 66:
"Ciao, Franco,
Today I feel the same way I did whenever, for whatever reason, you couldn't take the field alongside us: how are we supposed to carry on without our Captain?
You taught me to fight until my very last breath, what it truly means to wear this shirt with pride, and the value of being a genuine leader. You did it by setting an example every single day: few words, but countless actions.
You protected me when I was a child, guided me as a young man, and inspired me as an adult. You were the greatest footballer I ever had the honour of playing alongside.
A heartfelt embrace to your entire family, especially your wife, Maura, and your sons, Edoardo and Giannandrea.
We will miss you, Captain. But the light of your star will continue to guide us forever."
