Tare era coming to an end
Igli Tare's time as Milan sporting director is all but over. The decision has been made by owner Gerry Cardinale: Tare will leave the Rossoneri project this summer, with confirmation expected at the end of the season (2). Multiple reports point to a definitive separation, with Cardinale considering serious organizational changes if Champions League qualification slips away.
D'Amico lined up as replacement
Milan want Atalanta's Tony D'Amico to fill the sporting director void (4). But it won't be straightforward. Roma are also in the picture, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic's influence at the club could complicate CEO Giorgio Furlani's plan to land D'Amico (7).
Cassano unloads on Allegri
Former Milan striker Antonio Cassano hasn't held back. He called Allegri "disastrous" and said the manager has "destroyed Milan" (6) (8). His solution? Antonio Conte. Cassano labeled Conte "the perfect way to restart" the project (6). Meanwhile, the manager's future may hinge on Champions League qualification, with Xavi, Xabi Alonso, Francesco Farioli, and Vincenzo Italiano reportedly on Cardinale's shortlist if things go wrong.
Nkunku set to start vs Genoa
Christopher Nkunku is expected to be in the starting XI when Milan face Genoa at San Siro (3). The match is critical: dropped points here and the Champions League dream takes another hit.
Gomez offered to Milan
Joe Gomez's name has been discussed internally at Milan and the Liverpool defender has been formally offered to the club (5). Milan are keeping him in mind but no decision will come until the organizational situation is sorted after the season (5).
Young prospect Cisse returning
Milan have high expectations for Alphadjo Cisse, the young forward signed in January who is set to return from his loan spell (1). The club sees him as a potential future contributor to the first team.
Fan reactions
The mood around Tare's exit is overwhelmingly positive among fans. Most see the sporting director's departure as long overdue, with the r/ACMilan subreddit treating the Fabrizio Romano confirmation as cause for relief rather than regret. The conversation has already shifted to who comes next, with supporters debating whether D'Amico is the right profile. There is also a clear split on Allegri: some fans welcome the potential managerial shake-up if Champions League football is missed, while others worry the uncertainty hurts the squad. Read the discussion here