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By: Oliver Fisher The chances of Luka Modric remaining at AC Milan for another year appear to be on the up, at least if two people he knows well are to be believed. Modric joined Milan on a free transfer from Real Madrid last summer and has already made an enormous impact. Massimiliano Allegri opted to put him […] The post “Looking for an apartment” – Simic and Rakitic fuel rumours of Modric staying at Milan appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Christian Pulisic had only experienced a similar crisis in his final year at Chelsea, and he is the symbol of a failing attacking unit. Corriere dello Sport write how Pulisic is no longer as effective as he was at the start of the season and is experiencing a very long goal drought, now approaching four […] The post CorSport: A ‘desperate picture’ – Milan’s attack remains in crisis regardless of combinations appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan continue to win most of their games by a one-goal margin, meaning it is certainly now more than a coincidence. As La Gazzetta dello Sport recall, Milan have won eight times by a scoreline 1-0 – the highest number in the ‘top five’ European leagues – and 13 times by a single goal, […] The post GdS: The masters of ‘corto muso’ – how Milan keep winning by fine margins appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher The clock is ticking and Dusan Vlahovic is yet to renew with Juventus, giving AC Milan hope that they can yet land him. According to the latest from Calciomercato.com, both Vlahovic and Juventus have not yet been able to understand whether to extend their relationship together or whether to finally agree a divorce that – […] The post Reports: Milan remain at the window with Juventus-Vlahovic talks ‘frozen’ again appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Ronaldinho has shed a bit of light on his decision to join AC Milan from Barcelona back in 2008 in his Netflix documentary. A player who needs very little introduction, Ronaldinho won the FIFA World Cup, the Champions League, then Copa Libertadores and the Ballon d’Or among many other honours. His style of play encapsulated […] The post Ronaldinho recalls ‘dream’ Milan move from Barcelona: “The Galacticos of Italy” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Despite Sunday’s win at Hellas Verona bringing AC Milan closer to qualifying for next season’s Champions League, it wasn’t all good news. As Corriere della Sera (via MilanNews) recall this morning, Rafael Leao – who provided the assist for Adrien Rabiot’s winning goal at the Stadio Bentegodi – remains at the centre of controversy in […] The post CorSera: ‘Why always me?’ – Leao reacts badly to substitution again with sale gaining likelihood appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan had the chance to sign Rayan Cherki before he became a star for Manchester City, but they walked away from the deal. As TMW recall, Cherki was the man who scored the goal which unlocked the game for City in their huge title six-pointer against Arsenal, with a solo run that was almost […] The post TMW: Milan could have signed Man City star Cherki for €2m – why the deal collapsed appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Fabio Capello has previewed the big upcoming game between AC Milan and Juventus, while offering some advice ahead of the summer. Milan and Juventus are both on course to do what they set out to at the beginning of the season: to qualify for the Champions League. The Rossoneri have an eight-point cushion over Como […] The post Capello explains why Juventus are in better form than Milan and suggests three signings appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are continuing their search for a new centre-forward, and another name has now entered the frame. As La Gazzetta dello Sport write this morning, the issues in attack have been exposed in the past few weeks leaving Milan with a great certainty: they must acquire a Champions League level striker in the summer, […] The post GdS: ‘The Sortloth plan’ – why the Atletico Madrid striker has overtaken Lewandowski appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan have seemingly set their asking price for Rafael Leao ahead of the summer transfer window, at least according to Matteo Moretto. Leao’s career at Milan to this point has been a strange one, alternating seasons of stardom like his Serie A MVP in the 2021-22 title-winning campaign with much more difficult ones. Still, […] The post Moretto: Leao open to Barcelona move as director evaluate – the price Milan would take appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Mario Gila’s agent has seemingly denied any notion that there is an agreement in place with AC Milan, or that talks are advanced. Gila is set to be among the most talked-about defenders in the upcoming summer transfer window. His contract expires in 2027 and there seems to be no chance of a renewal with […] The post Gila’s agent denies Milan move is close: “I haven’t spoken to any Serie A team” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan defender Davide Bartesaghi has named Theo Hernandez among the full-backs he looks up to, and praised Massimiliano Allegri. It has been a whirlwind season for Bartesaghi, who expected to be the back-up to Theo before he was sold to Al-Hilal, and then became the deputy to new signing Pervis Estupinan. That was until […] The post Bartesaghi discusses ‘fundamental’ Allegri, looking up to Theo and season finale appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri has all of his forwards fit and available, yet none of them seem to be able to get firing in the season finale. As La Gazzetta dello Sport write, the last goal scored by a Milan forward was on March 1 in the win against Cremonese, with Rafael Leao tapping in from Christopher […] The post GdS: Everyone available, nobody scoring – Milan’s attack a puzzle with Inter 30 goals ahead appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher The agent of Moris Valincic has claimed that AC Milan are interesting in signing the Dinamo Zagreb defender this summer. Valincic signed for Dinamo last summer from NK Istra, in the same window that Ismael Bennacer made the move from Milan to Croatia. He has played 28 times this season with three assists to his […] The post Agent of Dinamo Zagreb defender reveals Milan interest and asking price appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed that he and the AC Milan management are in the planning phase for next season and beyond. The past few days have been dominated by media headlines suggesting that Allegri is tempted by the idea of taking the Italy job if it is offered to him, due to apparent disagreements with […] The post Allegri confirms he is planning for the future with Milan: “Talking for several months” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan will pause and consider the deal that they have with PUMA to be the official kit supplier, a report claims. La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) dedicated a space in their double-page spread on Milan to an off-field discussion that could gain momentum in the coming months. Milan must consider both player contracts […] The post GdS: Milan to evaluate €30m/yr PUMA deal as Nike and Adidas circle appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Milan Futuro suffered defeat in round 32 on Sunday, as they were beaten 1-0 by Varesina and missed the chance to seal a play-off spot. Hopes were high for the Futuro as they secured a big 4-0 win in their game against Brusaporto last weekend. Minotti, Sardo, Magrassi and Traorè all got on the scoresheet […] The post Milan Futuro 0-1 Varesina: Play-off place still not confirmed after harsh defeat appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan can start planning for a 2026-27 season which will almost certainly feature European football, with a striker being the big signing planned. The win over Verona on Sunday saw Milan take a big step towards a return to the Champions League, with the gap to fifth place having been widened to eight points […] The post CorFiorentino: Milan’s concerns about Fiorentina star Kean grow for two reasons appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Matteo Gabbia went back into the side on Sunday afternoon as AC Milan won and kept a clean sheet against Hellas Verona. Milan returned to winning ways at the Stadio Bentegodi after two defeats in a row against Napoli and Udinese, with zero goals scored and four conceded. The three points earned coincided with the […] The post The Gabbia factor: Numbers highlight talismanic presence of Italian defender appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Manuel Akanji has confirmed that he could have joined AC Milan in the summer, but opted to join their rivals Inter instead. In the summer both Milanese clubs were chasing a centre-back and both went in for Akanji. Milan were the first to make their interest known, but the Swiss apparently rejected the chance to […] The post Akanji revisits snubbing AC Milan to join Inter from Man City: “The choice worked out” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri made some interesting statements after AC Milan’s win over Hellas Verona, which are a message to those above him. Milan took an important step towards locking up a Champions League place as they beat struggling Hellas Verona 1-0 on Sunday afternoon. It was not a vintage performance nor spectacle, but Adrien Rabiot got […] The post “I would always wait” – Sky journalist gives take on Allegri’s comments after ‘perfect’ week appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Mario Gila went from AC Milan’s nemesis in the Stadio Olimpico defeat last month to giving them a helping hand versus Napoli. As Calciomercato.com recall, Lazio secured a rather shock win at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona over Napoli, allowing Milan to jump back into second. Cancellieri and Basic decided the match, and the former […] The post CM: Gila the ‘animal’ dominates Hojlund – Milan smile with €25m agreement close appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher There is some concern about Youssouf Fofana’s condition after he limped off during the second half of AC Milan’s win over Verona. After sprinting after the ball down the left wing alongside Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro, Fofana touched his thigh, collapsing to the ground and asking to be substituted. In his place, the Rossoneri coach brought […] The post Milan await news on Fofana’s condition after he ‘grimaced’ – the midfielder’s words appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri looks set to steer AC Milan to their goal of a top four finish, which is step one of his second spell at the club. As La Gazzetta dello Sport (via MilanNews) write this morning, yesterday afternoon’s victory over Hellas Verona brought his Milan team significantly closer to qualifying for next season’s Champions […] The post GdS: Allegri makes four requests to Milan management with Champions League place close appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Clubs are beginning to express an interest in signing Christian Comotto, but AC Milan have already made their stance clear. Comotto is undoubtedly one of the most exciting talents around. The teenager is spending the season on loan with Spezia and has made 25 appearances for them in Serie B, and despite the Ligurian club’s […] The post MN: Bologna begin talks with Comotto’s agents after scouting mission – Milan’s stance clear appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan did not produce a vintage performance at the Stadio Bentegodi on Sunday, however they emerged with three important points. Many fans expected a bit more of a convincing showing given that Verona are joint-bottom of the table and heading back to Serie B barring a miracle in the final few games. Yet, there […] The post Few impress as attack remains in crisis: Player ratings for Verona-Milan from Italian papers appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan were far from their best on Sunday at the Stadio Bentegodi, but they emerged with the win they so badly needed. The winner came from Adrien Rabiot in the 41st minute, with the Frenchman slotting home after Rafael Leao’s through ball. There wasn’t much quality aside from that though, with Milan leaving the result open […] The post Watch: Rabiot and Leao link up as Milan edge past Verona – the highlights appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Rafael Leao set up the winning moment against Hellas Verona on Sunday, but his afternoon was far from smooth again. As La Gazzetta dello Sport recall, it was another unwelcome substitution in another goalless match and a mixed performance, saved only by the assist for Adrien Rabiot. Leao didn’t shine at the Bentegodi, failing to […] The post GdS: ‘Without peace’ – Leao struggles again despite assist with substitution reaction highlighted appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Despite all of the reports circulating to the contrary, Matteo Moretto claims AC Milan do not consider Robert Lewandowski a top target. On Sunday, La Gazzetta dello Sport spoke of a ‘race’ for Lewandowski between Milan and Juventus, the two big rivals in Italian football who are also battling for a top four spot. The […] The post Moretto: Barcelona star Lewandowski ‘not at the top of Milan’s list’ – the reasons appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan were far from fully convincing in their win over Hellas Verona on Sunday, but they got the three points they badly needed. As Corriere della Sera (via MilanNews) write this morning, it had to be a victory and it was. Without dazzling and with great difficulty at times, Milan returned to winning ways […] The post CorSera: A win without dazzling – attack still an issue as Milan secure eighth 1-0 appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan took a big step towards securing Champions League qualification with a 1-0 win against Hellas Verona on Sunday. La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) write that Milan did what they had to do: they won against a Verona side that are struggling and regained second place from Napoli, albeit on goal difference. It […] The post GdS: Rabiot the only quality – how Milan secured a big three points in Verona appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan were not at their best against Hellas Verona, but they did just about enough to win at the Bentegodi on Sunday. Milan travelled to Veneto with a clear aim in mind: to win and reclaim second place in the table, especially after back-to-back defeats. While it was far from pretty, they managed to […] The post Gallery: ‘Champions League, here we are’, ‘Rabiot makes Max smile’ – Today’s front pages in Italy appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Luka Modric has asked for guarantees from AC Milan regarding their ambitions for next season if he is to stay, Fabrizio Romano reports. Modric once again started in the heart of the team on Sunday afternoon as Milan ran out 1-0 winners away from home against struggling Hellas Verona. The Croatian was everywhere as he […] The post Romano: Modric want assurances from Milan before renewing – what he expects appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Hellas Verona head coach Paolo Sammarco was happy with how his side played against AC Milan overall, but admitted they switched off at a key moment. Milan ended up emerging with three points from the Stadio MarcAntonio Bentegodi but they were made to work very hard for the win. The only bit of quality came just before […] The post Verona boss Sammarco bemoans ‘serious mistake’ that cost his side in Milan loss appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Youssouf Fofana provided some reassuring words regarding his substitution, and lifted the lid on how his role has changed. Having been dropped for the 3-0 defeat to Udinese last weekend, Fofana was reinstated into the side on the right of the midfield three, just as the 3-5-2 formation was used once again by Massimiliano Allegri […] The post Fofana lifts lid on mood after Verona win and evolving role: “In the right space” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan came away from the Stadio Bentegodi with an important 1-0 victory over Hellas Verona, but they were made to fight hard for the win. The winner came from Adrien Rabiot in the 41st minute as he slotted home a Rafael Leao feed that had put him 1v1. There wasn’t much quality aside from […] The post Rafa, Rabiot and runs continued: All the key stats from Hellas Verona vs. AC Milan appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan defender Matteo Gabbia has insisted Massimiliano Allegri is ‘crucial’ to the team, after a ‘tough’ win over Hellas Verona. In the 41st minute, the Rossoneri got the only goal of the game with one of the only moments of composure. Rafael Leao was the provider as he slid a through ball to Adrien […] The post Gabbia discusses ‘coincidence’ of defeats without him and brands Allegri ‘crucial’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Fikayo Tomori has become the latest to concede that AC Milan weren’t at their best in Verona, but was ‘happy’ with the important win. Milan got back to winning ways with a 1-0 victory over Hellas Verona on Sunday afternoon at the Stadio Bentegodi. After defeats in the last two rounds against Napoli and Udinese, […] The post “The important thing is to get points” – Tomori reacts after Verona win and clean sheet appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri has conceded that AC Milan weren’t at their best against Verona but banked an important win, while he responded again to the Italy speculation. Milan never really hit their full flow in truth and were made to wait until just before the break to open the scoring. Adrien Rabiot was the one who […] The post Allegri analyses Milan’s ‘complicated’ win over Verona and states Milan journey will ‘continue’ appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Adrien Rabiot has admitted AC Milan could have played better in their win over Hellas Verona, even if three points are what matters. There is rarely such a thing as an easy three points in Serie A, but Milan could have made things easier for themselves than they did against Verona, who are joint-bottom of […] The post Rabiot admits to frustration after Verona win and responds to Allegri talk: “Not even a question” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Mike Maignan reportedly complained about some chants from Hellas Verona fans, who also targeted Rafael Leao too. Milan ended up emerging with three points from the Stadio MarcAntonio Bentegodi on Sunday afternoon, but it was far from their best performance of the season against a team that are now almost certain to be relegated to […] The post Reports: Verona fans accused of racist chanting – Maignan and Leao targeted appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan took an important step towards locking up a Champions League place as they beat struggling Hellas Verona 1-0 on Sunday afternoon. It was not a vintage performance nor was it a brilliant advert for Serie A either, but the one moment of quality came from Milan as Adrien Rabiot fired in from Rafael […] The post Hellas Verona 0-1 AC Milan: Rossoneri take big step towards top four with Rabiot’s goal appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan looked like having a very frustrating first half in Verona against Hellas, but they took the lead just before the break. In the 41st minute, Milan did take the lead through the Rafael Leao to Adrien Rabiot link-up that had been threatening on previous occasions inside the opening half of a must-win game. […] The post Watch: Rabiot puts Milan ahead against Verona after nice link-up with Leao appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s sporting director Igli Tare has confirmed that he and the club are planning for a future with Massimiliano Allegri at the centre. Milan have a huge chance to take a big step towards a top four finish this afternoon against a Verona side that are second-bottom in the table. Napoli and Como lost […] The post Tare confirms Milan are working on ‘major project’ with Allegri: “I have no worries” appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher Massimiliano Allegri has named his starting line-up for AC Milan’s trip to face Hellas Verona, and he has reverted to a 3-5-2. Sunday’s game at the Stadio Bentegodi is huge in the scheme of Milan’s season. With a win, they would open up the gap to fifth place to eight points with five games to […] The post Official: Hellas Verona vs. AC Milan starting XIs – three changes from Udinese loss appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan face Hellas Verona at the Stadio Bentegodi on Sunday afternoon, hoping to keep up an excellent streak against them. Milan have played against Hellas Verona 81 times in competitive games across their nearly 127-year history, with 39 wins, 28 draws and just 14 defeats. Recently though the shift is clear to see, with […] The post A 10-game winning run: All the key stats ahead of Hellas Verona vs. Milan appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher There could soon be big news on the Robert Lewandowski front, with his agent due in Italy to meet AC Milan and Juventus. La Gazzetta dello Sport (seen below) report that the ‘race for Lewandowski’ precedes next Sunday’s Milan-Juventus match at San Siro. Before the Rossoneri and Bianconeri face off on the pitch, they will […] The post GdS: ‘Race for Lewandowski’ on between Milan and Juventus with agent due in Italy appeared first on SempreMilan.

By: Oliver Fisher With just six games to go in the season and a top four spot to secure, the AC Milan management are busy planning for the future. As Calciomercato.com recall, Massimiliano Allegri spoke at a press conference on the eve of the match and focused on three key themes: restoring harmony, earning a place in the […] The post CM: Allegri ‘leads the way’ as Milan plan squad reshaping – who should stay and who can go appeared first on SempreMilan.

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.