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By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan will make the two-hour journey to the Stadio MarcAntonio Bentegodi to face Hellas Verona, hoping for a big three points. One week ago it was all doom and gloom as Milan had just lost 3-0 to Udinese at home, with their Scudetto hopes finally ended and second place surrendered to Napoli. Not only […] The post The five key battles that could win or lose the game for Milan against Hellas Verona appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri has settled on the team that he will field against Hellas Verona this afternoon, it is claimed. Against Udinese last Saturday, Allegri decided it was time to try out a new system. He went with a 4-3-3 to try and unlock the attack, but instead what happened is the defence […] The post GdS: Predicted XIs for Hellas Verona vs. Milan – changes all over the park appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Hellas Verona coach Paolo Sammarco has recalled his past with AC Milan, claiming the club was ‘different’ when he was there. Milan will be visiting the Stadio MarcAntonio Bentegodi this afternoon, where they will face a Verona side that are level with Pisa at the bottom of the Serie A standings. It has not been […] The post Verona boss Sammarco expects ‘angry’ Milan and recalls Primavera past: “I was lucky” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are back on the field this afternoon as they face Hellas Verona, looking to take a big step towards sealing a top four spot. Milan will return to the pitch at the Stadio Bentegodi after their shock defeat against Udinese last weekend, and a week spent in silence at Milanello, where they worked […] The post CorSport: Shared visions – why Modric and Allegri’s futures are intertwined appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan can take a big step towards securing Champions League football by beating Hellas Verona on Sunday afternoon. La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) begin their preview by recalling what Massimiliano Allegri said in his pre-match press conference on the eve of the trip to the Stadio MarcAntonio Bentegodi: “Milan’s future won’t be decided […] The post GdS: ‘Max and the future’ – why Verona is a big potential turning point for Milan appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan will make the trip to the Stadio MarcAntonio Bentegodi on Sunday afternoon, hoping to take a big step towards their main target. Results so far have gone Milan’s way: Roma dropped points against Atalanta while Como lost to Sassuolo, and Napoli were beaten by Lazio yesterday. That means that the Rossoneri could take […] The post Gallery: ‘Catch up with Conte’, ‘Leao boos were needed’ – Today’s front pages in Italy appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have six games left in the Serie A season, the first of which will come on Sunday afternoon away against Hellas Verona. After being in the title race and firmly in the top four, things have taken a downward turn for Milan since their 24-game unbeaten run was snapped by Parma. Since then […] The post Serie A preview: Hellas Verona vs. AC Milan – Team news, opposition insight, stats and prediction appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher With a return to European football looking likely for AC Milan, the management will have to start thinking about the squad list regulations. It is April 15th, so it’s only right that the team and players are fully focused on the final stretch of the season, with six games to go and a top four […] The post A squad to build with an eye on the rules: Where Milan stand relative to UEFA regulations appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan do not want to have to look for a new head coach, but it is hard to ignore the growing noise surrounding Massimiliano Allegri. La Gazzetta dello Sport recall how Allegri responded when asked about the Italy job on the eve of the defeat to Napoli: “I’ve started a job with Milan. I […] The post GdS: Involvement and investment – how Milan can dissuade Allegri from Italy temptation appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Matteo Gabbia has shed some light on what makes Massimiliano Allegri such a good coach, revealing the hope of the whole squad that he remains at AC Milan. We’re in the final part of the season, and Milan are faltering. After four defeats in their last seven league games, Napoli have now overtaken the Rossoneri […] The post Gabbia discusses hernia recovery, Milan’s decline, Leao jeers and Allegri: “The whole team’s wish” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Christian Pulisic is not enjoying a positive 2026 so far, but he is hoping that playing the last team he scored against will help. Pulisic’s season, much like Milan’s, has been a tale of two halves. The American has gone from total dominance in the first part of the campaign to an incomprehensible collapse in […] The post From Verona to Verona: Pulisic hopes for Milan breakthrough with positive precedent appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan already have an idea in mind regarding the successors to Massimiliano Allegri and Igli Tare if they both leave, a report claims. Today’s edition of Corriere dello Sport speaks of relations between Allegri and the Milan management being so bad that they are potentially past the point of repair. If Milan miss out […] The post CorSport: Milan have potential Allegri and Tare replacements in mind from within Serie A appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri continues to push for Santiago Castro to be AC Milan’s summer striker signing, a report claims. While we wait to understand more about the evolution of the situation surrounding Dusan Vlahovic and other targets, Castro’s name remains standing. A few days ago he said to La Gazzetta dello Sport: “I’m happy in Bologna, […] The post Tuttosport: Allegri and Milan management agree on Bologna striker – the situation appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher One thing is clear heading into the summer for AC Milan: a top-notch striker is wanted, if a return to the Champions League is secured. As La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) report, while Dusan Vlahovic is an idea that is back in fashion, the name of Robert Lewandowski remains a strong presence in the […] The post GdS: Barcelona star and Chelsea loanee on Milan’s list of Vlahovic alternatives appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Giovanni Malagò gave little away when asked whether AC Milan fans should be worried about losing Massimiliano Allegri to the national team. Malagò is the former president of CONI who was nominated by Lega Calcio Serie A as a candidate for the election for the presidency of the FIGC. The chances are growing that he […] The post FIGC president elect Malagò remains coy regarding Allegri to Italy links appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher It cannot be ruled out that AC Milan go back in for Jean-Philippe Mateta in the summer window, according to a report. Back in January, Mateta was just a medical away from joining Milan, but then issues with his knee came up and the plug was pulled on a deal worth €35m. The French striker remained […] The post CM: Mateta back scoring for Crystal Palace – revival of Milan interest not excluded appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s preparations for the trip to Verona resumed today, following a Wednesday off granted by Massimiliano Allegri. After speculation in the media in the days prior suggested that he would, the starting line-ups confirmed Allegri’s decision to switch to a 4-3-3 against Udinese. It featured an attacking trio of Alexis Saelemaekers and Christian Pulisic […] The post GdS: Gabbia, Tomori, Fofana, 3-5-2 – Allegri returns to tested formula in Verona appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have been with PUMA for quite a few years now, but there could be a potential change in the future. According to what was reported by the journalist Luca Cohen (via X), Massimo Calvelli – one of the new members on the Board of Directors at Milan – has a great relationship with […] The post Cohen: ‘Could lead to a change’ – Milan board member Calvelli has close ties to Nike appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher After a frustrating period on the sidelines, Francesco Camarda is close to making his return to Serie A action with Lecce. Calciomercato.com write that after a long hiatus, Camarda can once again see the light at the end of the tunnel. He is nearing his return to the pitch, with Lecce battling to avoid relegation […] The post Light at the end of the tunnel: The plan for Camarda with Lecce return imminent appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Former AC Milan defender Marcel Desailly has spoken about Rafael Leao’s untapped potential, and the bizarre Maldini-Bastoni comparisons. Desailly was bought from European champions Marseille and became a crucial pillar in Fabio Capello’s Milan that won the Serie A and European Cup double. In the final in Athens against Cruijff’s Barcelona, he scored the final […] The post Desailly believes Leao has Ballon d’Or potential but asks question: “Does he really want it?” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Vincenzo Italiano could leave Bologna in the summer, and AC Milan are one of three teams that may open the door to him. With the season now approaching its final stretch, Bologna are faced with the mission to come back against Aston Villa to try to reach the Europa League semi-finals, while in an equally […] The post CM: Italiano ready to jump to a ‘more prestigious club’ – Milan could reignite interest appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Paolo Scaroni has admitted that he has faced some difficulties as AC Milan’s president, but remains confident in a top four finish. Scaroni has been the president of Milan since 2018 and was appointed following the takeover by Elliott Management. He continued his role after the subsequent ownership change to RedBird Capital, and has become […] The post Scaroni discusses new stadium latest, RedBird’s expertise and top four battle: “A difficult week” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan spent a fair bit of money in the last summer window, but they are yet to see a return on almost all of their investment. As reported in today’s edition of Il Giorno (via MilanVibes), Milan have recorded a rather worrying statistic regarding squad management: approximately €150m in summer investments have found limited […] The post Il Giorno: Allegri yet to trust six players Milan invested €150m on – the figures appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have several players out on loan at the moment, but two midfielders are almost certain to return once the season ends. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the potential €100m or more in takings from loan deals with permanent clauses is set to dwindle. Ismael Bennacer and Yunus Musah will not be bought […] The post GdS: €40m up in smoke – Milan left with headache as midfield duo will return appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Despite reports that Massimiliano Allegri’s relationship with the management has broken down, contacts are apparently frequent. Tuttosport (via MilanVibes) report that Allegri has already met with the CEO Giorgio Furlani three times in recent days to begin laying the foundations for Milan’s future, despite the talk that relations are bad and the Italy job is […] The post Tuttosport: Allegri meets Furlani and reaffirms commitment to Milan – what he said appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Just a month ago, AC Milan seemed destined for a very positive season, with the title still a dream within reach and top four almost certain. After triumphing in the derby against Inter on March 8th, the Rossoneri were just seven points off the top of the table, consolidating their position in the top four. […] The post CM: Revenues, renewals and budget – what changes for Milan without Champions League appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher As is now a seemingly yearly occurrence each April, there is talk of who AC Milan’s head coach will be heading into next season. La Gazzetta dello Sport begin with an important premise: the underlying intention, on everyone’s part, is to move forward together. The project has just begun, the contract is potentially extendable until […] The post GdS: Obvious and surprise names – who Milan could turn to if Allegri leaves appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher The ban on travel for AC Milan fans who are Lombardy residents for the game against Hellas Verona has been upheld, angering the AIMC. As MilanNews recall, in recent days the AIMC (Association of Italian Milan Clubs) filed an appeal with the Veneto Regional Administrative Court regarding the travel ban for Milan fans residing in […] The post AIMC furious as Court reject appeal over Verona travel ban: “The battle does not end here” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Relations between AC Milan and Massimiliano Allegri are at a low point, a report claims, fuelling the rumours he could leave after just one season. As Corriere dello Sport recall, one year ago, Allegri was on the verge of becoming Milan’s new head coach. The official announcement eventually came on May 30th, but the groundwork […] The post CorSport: Relations between Allegri and management at ‘total freeze’ – what could happen appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are once again hopeful of convincing Dusan Vlahovic, but Christopher Nkunku is reportedly the key to everything. La Gazzetta dello Sport report that Juventus are taking their time with Vlahovic, while Milan are trying again. The Bianconeri CEO Damien Comolli confirmed it in recent days, stating: “Don’t expect any news on his contract […] The post GdS: ‘Milan try again’ – how the door could be unlocked for Vlahovic to reunite with Allegri appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher All of AC Milan’s previous certainties went up in smoke inside 37 first-half minutes in their damaging defeat to Udinese. The build-up to the game was dominated by the attacking struggles that Milan are enduring, which then gave rise to the news that Massimiliano Allegri was considering a switch to playing with three forwards, removing […] The post Evolution not revolution: The tweaks Allegri must make to get Milan over the line appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s attack is certainly not experiencing its best moment, and the data lays bare the struggles of all five forwards. La Gazzetta dello Sport have the numbers to hand which demonstrate just how bad the crisis is. Milan’s forwards in 2026 have needed on average three shots to hit the goal (register a shot […] The post GdS: 13.5 shots needed to score – Milan’s misfiring attack bleak in comparison with rivals appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s problems when it comes to finding the right striker have been well documented, but the numbers further illuminate the issue. It is no secret that Massimiliano Allegri is pushing hard with the management to bring a quality centre-forward to Milanello who can be decisive in both Serie A and the Champions League. Yet […] The post None since Bacca: Milan’s striker problem brutally exposed in comparison with Inter appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher In the past few months, less has been seen and heard from Zlatan Ibrahimovic. A report has claimed it is a deliberate step back. As Calciomercato.com recall, Ibrahimović serves as Senior Advisor to RedBird Capital and Operating Partner at Milan, with a cross-functional role that combines sporting and commercial duties, without being nailed down to […] The post CM: Ibrahimovic ‘marginalised’ at Milan – how his role has ‘radically changed’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Sky journalist Peppe Di Stefano believes that big changes are coming if AC Milan fail to qualify for the Champions League. It has been a strange few weeks for Milan. Back on Easter Monday fans and the media were talking about the dream of the Scudetto, and yet two games later they are talking about […] The post Sky journalist claims Milan will undergo another ‘revolution’ without top four: “You dismantled everything” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri seems to be ready to confine the 4-3-3 used against Udinese to being a failed one-game experiment. Allegri tried to reshape his Milan side in order to fix the attacking department, but it did not work. The 3-0 home defeat against the Zebre may not have been due solely to a mistake in […] The post CorSport: Allegri reverts to three-man defence after failed experiment – the added piece appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are looking for a new striker ahead of next season, but the chances of seeing Robert Lewandowski arrive are dropping. Milan have had problems with their attack all season. Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic have battled physical issues as has Santiago Gimenez, while Christopher Nkunku and Niclas Füllkrug have not been able to […] The post Corriere: Vlahovic idea remains alive as Furlani goes cold on Barcelona star – the situation appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are one of the clubs keeping an eye on Issa Doumbia, who is continuing to make a name for himself at Venezia. Calciomercato.com write that in Venezia’s long pursuit of a return to Serie A, there’s one player whose performances are giving Giovanni Stroppa a huge boost. That player is Doumbia, who operates […] The post CM: Milan among clubs keen on Venezia sensation labelled the ‘Italian Pogba’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher There could be yet another coaching carousel in Serie A this summer, and AC Milan might well be a part of it. La Gazzetta dello Sport confirm that Massimiliano Allegri is an increasingly credible candidate for the national team job, depending on how the FIGC presidential elections go. Antonio Conte is another name on the […] The post GdS: Allegri at a crossroads as Italy calls – three reasons for and against staying appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have put forward their bid to Leon Goretzka and they are now waiting for a response from the midfielder. According to Corriere dello Sport, Milan are awaiting Goretzka’s reply ‘with confidence’. The Rossoneri made their move well in advance a few weeks ago, submitting a verbal offer which was a three-year deal worth […] The post CorSport: Milan await response from Goretzka ‘with confidence’ – the offer tables appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Santiago Gimenez has once again shed a bit of light on his recovery from injury and his hopes for the next few months. It hasn’t been the campaign that Gimenez hoped for. He has only scored one goal in the Coppa Italia, and above all, a very long lay-off due to an ankle injury that […] The post “A complicated year” – Gimenez reflects on injury ordeal and admits to wanting Mexico return appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Paulo Dybala’s contract is expiring at the end of the season, and he apparently wants to join AC Milan in the summer. We are getting towards the point in the season where decisions must be made on the players whose deals are running out. We picked out five players that Milan could look to target […] The post CorSera: Dybala dreams of Milan move – ‘performance-based contract’ possible appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher In recent days there has been a lot of speculation about the future of Massimiliano Allegri, and some clarification has now arrived. As MilanNews report, Allegri’s future at Milan has been called into question due to a number of different events. Italy’s failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup and the Rossoneri’s decline […] The post MN: Allegri ‘wishes to remain at Milan’ despite Italy talk – what he wants in the summer appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri will once again change formation for the game in Hellas Verona, but one thing will remain: Rafael Leao as a striker. As La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) write this morning, Milan’s assault on the Champions League begins with Leo. Despite the loud boos at San Siro and the return to a 3-5-2, […] The post GdS: ‘Everything at stake’ – why Allegri will continue using Leao as a striker appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have spent a lot since RedBird Capital took over in 2022, but there is a strong argument a lot of it has been wasted. MilanNews write how over the last four years the club have invested (and received) a huge amount when it comes to transfer market, more than virtually all of their […] The post MN: Over half a billion wasted – why Milan must listen to Allegri or keep burning money appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher It was not a good Saturday evening for AC Milan against Udinese, continuing a negative trend since the defeat to Parma. The numbers tell a story: Milan have gone from having the chance to be within striking distance of league-leaders Inter to now being 12 points behind them. Not only that, but they have handed […] The post Leao jeered as Milan’s mental decline continues: Lorenzo and Stefano question what comes next appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Leonardo Spinazzola’s contract with Napoli expires in June and his agent has offered him to AC Milan, a report has claimed. As Calciomercato.com write, Spinazzola’s hand in Napoli’s 2024-25 Scudetto win was evident. For Antonio Conte he did everything he could, playing either on the left or right flank, as a full-back, wing-back or even […] The post CM: Milan offered versatile Napoli veteran on free transfer by agent – the response appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Christian Pulisic’s form has come under the microscope in recent weeks, and as a result so has his future at AC Milan. Pulisic hasn’t found the net in a competitive match for Milan since December 28th, a 3-0 win over Hellas Verona at San Siro. With his deal set to expire in 2027 (the club […] The post Giornale: Milan ask for €60m as Liverpool and Spurs make approach for star – the situation appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri decided to cancel a planned training session for Tuesday afternoon, Gianluca Di Marzio reports. After two consecutive defeats against Napoli and Udinese, Milan need three points against Hellas Verona to stay ahead of the chasing pack in the battle for the top four. The Rossoneri continue their preparations for Sunday afternoon’s match at […] The post Di Marzio: Allegri cancels Tuesday afternoon training for Milan squad – the reason appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher A journalist has made the claim that Massimiliano Allegri has banned Zlatan Ibrahimovic from coming into the AC Milan dressing room. Given that Milan are currently experiencing a tough run of form, reports have emerged in abundance suggesting that Allegri is looking to leave after one season, that star players are heading for the exit […] The post Journalist: Ibrahimovic thinking of Allegri replacement after being banned from dressing room appeared first on SempreMilan.