The Archive

October 2016

Transfer confusion at AC Milan
26.10 || webmaster

It’s reported there is transfer confusion at Milan, as Adriano Galliani isn’t working with Massimiliano Mirabelli.

The Rossoneri are in the midst of a takeover, with Sino-Europe Sports looking to take control of the club from Silvio Berlusconi’s Fininvest.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Ambrosini: ‘AC Milan can’t win Scudetto’
26.10 || webmaster

Massimo Ambrosini believes Milan “lack the quality” to win the Scudetto, but could get a Champions League place.

The Rossoneri beat the holders on Saturday, leading to talk they could mount an unlikely title challenge.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Montella: 'AC Milan choices pondered'
26.10 || webmaster

Vincenzo Montella insists the 3-0 defeat to Genoa changes nothing for Milan and defended his “carefully pondered choices.”

The Rossoneri could’ve gone top of the table for at least 24 hours with a victory at Marassi, but were flattened 3-0.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Serie A: Genoa 3:0 AC Milan - match report
26.10 || webmaster

Scorers: Ninkovic 11 (G), Kucka og 80 (G), Pavoletti 86 (G)

Milan had the chance to go top of the table, but crashed to a 3-0 defeat at Genoa with Gabriel Paletta sent off for a reckless tackle.

The Rossoneri were sitting pretty in joint second place and could go top at least for 24 hours with a victory at Marassi. Instead, the Grifone were fresh from the Derby della Lanterna defeat and had drawn their last three home fixtures.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Serie A: AC Milan 1:0 Juventus - goals/highlights
23.10 || webmaster

Thiago Silva almost free agent
23.10 || webmaster

Thiago Silva wouldn’t be technically a free agent for Juventus, but there is a clause in the Paris Saint-Germain contract.

Bianconeri director general Beppe Marotta commented several times over the last couple of days about this “opportunity” that he said is reminiscent of the swoop for Andrea Pirlo from Milan.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Romagnoli: 'I want to stay at AC Milan'
23.10 || webmaster

Alessio Romagnoli credited Vincenzo Montella with uniting the Milan squad and assured he has no intention of joining Chelsea.

The 21-year-old centre-back put in a strong performance in this evening’s 1-0 victory over Juventus, which put them only two points off the Serie A leaders.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Galliani: 'AC Milan teenagers decisive'
23.10 || webmaster

Adriano Galliani said Milan’s win over Juventus proves their focus on Italian youth has paid off and revealed a Sulley Muntari treat.

It was a victory decided by 18-year-old midfielder Manuel Locatelli and the last-gasp save of 17-year-old goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Montella: 'New AC Milan season starts'
23.10 || webmaster

Vincenzo Montella warned “a new season begins now,” as Milan beating Juventus means there are different expectations.

The Rossoneri cut the lead at the top of the table to just two points after Manuel Locatelli’s screamer for a 1-0 win, their first over Juve since 2012.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Serie A: AC Milan 1:0 Juventus - match report
23.10 || webmaster

Scorer: Locatelli 65 (M)

Manuel Locatelli’s scorching strike gave Milan a 1-0 win over Juventus, cutting their lead to two points, but Miralem Pjanic’s goal was controversially disallowed.

It had been many years since these sides were fighting for the top of the table, but went into San Siro with the hosts second (alongside Roma) and five points behind the leaders. Riccardo Montolivo, Davide Calabria, Andrea Bertolacci, Luca Antonelli and Mati Fernandez missed out, so 18-year-old Manuel Locatelli again held the midfield reins. The Bianconeri were without Giorgio Chiellini, Marko Pjaca, Kwadwo Asamoah and Rolando Mandragora. Hernanes started after Mario Lemina’s red card in a 1-0 midweek Champions League victory at Lyon.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Serie A: Chievo 1:3 AC Milan - goals/highlights
20.10 || webmaster

Serie A: Chievo 1:3 AC Milan - match report
20.10 || webmaster

Scorers: Kucka 45 (M), Niang 46 (M), Birsa 76 (C), Dainelli og 94 (M)

Juraj Kucka and M’Baye Niang screamers allowed Milan to conquer Chievo 3-1 at the Bentegodi and fly into joint second place.

Incredibly, the winner of this fixture would go second in the table with Roma, so there was unexpected pressure on the two sides. Riccardo Montolivo, Andrea Bertolacci, Luca Antonelli, Mati Fernandez and Cristian Zapata missed out, so Vincenzo Montella opted to start 18-year-old playmaker Manuel Locatelli and striker Gianluca Lapadula. The hosts were unbeaten in 11 home games and had to do without Perparim Hetemaj and Bostjan Cesar.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Donnarumma set for new contract
20.10 || webmaster

Gianluigi Donnarumma will reportedly sign a contract extension with Milan in February, tying him down until 2022.

The 17-year-old has established himself as the Rossoneri’s first-choice goalkeeper, but his current deal expires at the end of next season.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Niang: ‘Not leaving AC Milan but…’
20.10 || webmaster

M’Baye Niang “would say no” to offers to leave Milan, but could join Paris Saint-Germain “one day”.

The forward has three goals and two assists in his seven Serie A appearances so far this season, and is aiming to help the Rossoneri back into the Champions League.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Abbiati: 'Optimist about AC Milan'
20.10 || webmaster

Christian Abbiati is optimistic about AC Milan's future as he's “hearing really positive things” about Vincenzo Montella’s team.

The ex-AC Milan shot stopper retired from football at the end of last season. He made almost 400 appearances in 18 years for the Milanese outfit.

"There's a great desire to get back where we belong", Abbiati said to Quotidiano Sportivo.

"I am in constant contact with my former teammates. They have brought vigour to the squad and kicked out an old guy like me."

"Montella is doing his best to bring the right mentality. He's done excellent to protect the team from the rumours regarding the sale of the club."

"I'm outside the team now but I'm only hearing positive things about the quality of Montella's work."


Abbiati won three titles and a Chamipions league with AC Milan and stated that club mentality was one of the top reasons.

"I was very lucky to play for a great team which won everything. And that was because of the people."

"They thought about the club's reputation, not their own. It was important to have professionals."

"That doesn't mean living a restricted life but I really felt I didn't want to go out after a defeat, I wouldn't want to eat after a draw, because at a big club like Milan you must always have to win."

Thiago Silva 'prepared to leave Paris Saint-Germain
20.10 || webmaster

Thiago Silva's agent said the Brazilian has offers from three or four other big clubs and that he's looking to leave Paris Saint-Germain.

The Brazilian defender has been rumoured again and again with a return to AC Milan after the new owners from China will conclude purchasing the club in November.

"It is crucial for everyone, including PSG, that things are clear during the winter break", agent Paulo Tonietto declared to Le Parisien.

"If Paris Saint-Germain is not interested in offering him a contractual renewal until then, we'll check our options."

"Thiago Silva is wanted by many clubs in Europe and he already has offers from three or four of them."

The 32-year-old devender is still on contract with the Parisian outfit until June 2017 and is currently earning about 13 mil. Euros per year.

He is playing for PSG since leaving AC Milan for 42 mil. EUR in July 2012, toghether with another high profile player, Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Chinese hit back at Maldini claim
11.10 || webmaster

Sino-Europe Sports has hit back at Paolo Maldini’s claim that its project for Milan is not a “winning” one, saying “he will soon realise how much” he was wrong.

Maldini explained in a lengthy interview on Tuesday that he did not believe in Sino-Europe’s plans for Milan, but the Chinese consortium – while “sorry” for the legendary defender’s decision – insists it is fully committed to restoring the Rossoneri’s fortunes.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Maldini: ‘Why I rejected AC Milan’
11.10 || webmaster

Paolo Maldini has released a lengthy statement to explain why he rejected Milan - “I didn’t think there was the basis for a winning team”.

The Rossoneri’s potential new owners, the Chinese group Sino-Europe Sports, want a club legend on the board, and offered the role to Maldini.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Montolivo: Thanks for death threats!
11.10 || webmaster

Milan and Italy midfielder Riccardo Montolivo has sarcastically thanked those “who wished me death” and serious injury after his ACL tear.

Montolivo faces six months out after damaging the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Italy’s 1-1 draw with Spain last Thursday, and he took to his personal Facebook account to write a message thanking those who have supported him – and acknowledging others not so kind.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Juve and AC Milan after Godin
6.10 || webmaster

Tuttosport claim Juventus have joined Milan in showing interest for Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin.

The Rossoneri had already been linked with a bid for the Uruguay international after their takeover by a Chinese conglomerate, which should be completed next month.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Lapadula: ‘Happy at AC Milan’
6.10 || webmaster

Gianluca Lapadula assures he’s “very happy” at Milan and assures he no longer has any physical problems.

Last season’s Serie A top-scorer joined the Rossoneri from Pescara this summer, but has only played 72 minutes so far.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Agent: ‘Silva could return to AC Milan’
6.10 || webmaster

Thiago Silva’s agent admits a return to Milan is “possible” if he doesn’t renew his Paris Saint-Germain contract.

The centre-back left the Rossoneri for Parc Des Princes in 2012, but his current contract expires at the end of next season.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Pasalic's agent stunned by lack of playing time
6.10 || webmaster

Mario Pasalic’s agent admits he doesn't know why the on-loan Chelsea midfielder can’t get a game for Milan.

The 21-year-old joined the Rossoneri this summer, but has so far not made a single appearance for Vincenzo Montella’s side.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Maldini rejects AC Milan return?
6.10 || webmaster

Paolo Maldini has reportedly rejected the chance to return to Milan under the club’s new Chinese owners.

According to Calciomercato, Maldini’s rebuttal only “lacks official confirmation” after a series of meetings between the Rossoneri legend, general manager Marco Fassone and Han Li, a Sino-Europe Sports intermediary.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Ventura: 'Romagnoli gamble with Spain'
5.10 || webmaster

Giampiero Ventura is proud to take a “gamble” on senior Italy debutant Alessio Romagnoli against Spain and hopes for Turin luck.

The World Cup qualifier kicks off at the Juventus Stadium in Turin tomorrow at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).

Read the rest on Football Italia.

OFFICIAL: AC Milan appoint Mirabelli
5.10 || webmaster

As expected, Milan have appointed former Inter scout Massimo Mirabelli as their new director of sport post-takeover.

The club is in the process of being sold to Chinese investors and the closing is on track to be announced on November 20, the day of the Milan Derby with city rivals Inter.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Maldini: 'No AC Milan agreement'
5.10 || webmaster

Paolo Maldini confirms he does “not agree with the role proposed, but I am ready to say yes if Milan present a serious project.”

The Rossoneri legend has been in negotiations with the Chinese group set to take over the club.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Donnarumma 'learns from Buffon'
4.10 || webmaster

Gianluigi Donnarumma “wants to learn everything” from Italy teammate Gigi Buffon and promises you won’t see him with tattoos or diamond earrings.

The 17-year-old Milan shot-stopper spoke to TG1 about the upcoming World Cup qualifiers with Spain and Macedonia.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Romagnoli to start Italy-Spain
4.10 || webmaster

Alessio Romagnoli and Daniele De Rossi are expected to start in a 3-5-2 formation as Italy face Spain in a World Cup qualifier.

The clash kicks off on Thursday at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT) at the Juventus Stadium in Turin.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Maldini offered AC Milan role?
4.10 || webmaster

Reports suggest Paolo Maldini has been offered the role of technical director by Milan’s future CEO Marco Fassone.

It has already been decided that Fassone will come in if and when Sino-Europe Sports complete their takeover of the Rossoneri.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Romagnoli fit for Italy
4.10 || webmaster

Alessio Romagnoli is reportedly training with Italy, having shaken off an injury.

The young centre-back missed Milan’s win over Sassuolo at the weekend, leading to fears he would be forced out of the Azzurri squad.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Raiola wants Donnarumma guarantees
4.10 || webmaster

Mino Raiola reportedly wants guarantees over Milan’s ownership before Gianluigi Donnarumma will renew.

The 17-year-old has become the Rossoneri’s number one goalkeeper, and the club are looking to extend his contract which currently expires in 2018.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Mystery over AC Milan ownership
4.10 || webmaster

There is more confusion over Milan’s ownership, as a newspaper investigation uncovers inconsistencies with Sino-Europe Sports.

The Chinese consortium has been accused of using false documentation during the transaction, something vehemently denied by those involved.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

AC Milan’s Godin assault in January?
3.10 || webmaster

Milan’s ambitious assault for Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin has reportedly been moved forward to January.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Alessio Romagnoli “needs a reliable partner” as Gustavo Gomez “hasn’t convinced”, Cristian Zapata is still “recovering from a serious injury and Gabriel Paletta, “while having his best season with the Rossoneri, probably won’t be the unmovable defender Milan need to re-enter Europe”.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

‘Sassuolo win AC Milan turning point’
3.10 || webmaster

Former Milan midfielder Massimo Ambrosini believes Sunday’s 4-3 win against Sassuolo can be a “turning point” for the Rossoneri.

Milan came back from 3-1 down to defeat Sassuolo for their third Serie A victory in four matches, prompting Ambrosini to suggest his former side had kick-started their season.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Agent: ‘Locatelli is like Pirlo’
3.10 || webmaster

Manuel Locatelli’s agent describes the Milan youngster as “a little Andrea Pirlo” after his performance against Sassuolo.

The 18-year-old scored his first Rossoneri goal to help his side to a 4-3 win, and was so overcome that he was in tears in a post-match interview.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Serie A: AC Milan 4:3 Sassuolo - goals/highlights
2.10 || webmaster

Serie A: AC Milan 4:3 Sassuolo - match report
2.10 || webmaster

Scorers: Bonaventura 9 (M), Politano 10 (S), Acerbi 54 (S), Pellegrini 56 (S), Bacca pen 69 (M), Locatelli 73 (M), Paletta 77 (M)

Milan completed an incredible comeback from 3-1 down to beat Sassuolo 4-3 in the space of 20 minutes in this San Siro thriller.

Last season these two sides clashed for European qualification and Sassuolo secured sixth place, so the Rossoneri were out for revenge. Both teams had to deal with injury woes, as Alessio Romagnoli and Davide Calabria failed late fitness tests, while Luca Antonelli, Andrea Bertolacci, Cristian Zapata and Mati Fernandez were out. The visitors missed Stefano Sensi, Alfred Duncan, Simone Missiroli, Marcello Gazzola and Paolo Cannavaro, plus were tired from Thursday’s 3-1 defeat at Genk, so 18-year-old Claud Adjapong got his first Serie A start.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Locatelli: 'I can't believe it!'
2.10 || webmaster

Manuel Locatelli was practically in tears after scoring his Serie A debut goal for Milan aged 18 in a 4-3 thriller against Sassuolo.

“I dedicate the goal to my family, my parents, my brother and sister and all those who believed in me,” the visibly moved teenager told Mediaset Premium.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

AC Milan go for Atletico Madrid's Godin
2.10 || webmaster

Milan and their new owners are reportedly lining up an offer for Atletico Madrid and Uruguay defender Diego Godin.

The Rossoneri are in the process of a takeover by Chinese businessmen and it’s expected to be completed next month.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Weah: 'My AC Milan the strongest'
1.10 || webmaster

Today is George Weah’s 50th birthday and looks back over his life and career. “My Milan was the strongest team I’ve ever seen.”

The Liberian was born and raised in absolute poverty, so keeps the lessons of that time to this day and told his children to never leave food on the plate.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Leicester targeting Kucka
1.10 || webmaster

Leicester City are reportedly planning a €10m (£8.6m) raid for Milan midfielder Juraj Kucka in January.

According to the Daily Express and Calciomercatoweb, Claudio Ranieri and his Premier League title holders are keeping a close eye on Kucka’s situation.

Read the rest on Football Italia.

Van Basten: ‘AC Milan can be great again’
1.10 || webmaster

Marco Van Basten believes Milan have everything they need in order to return to former glories.

The Dutchman enjoyed a glittering career with the Rossoneri, winning four Serie A titles and two European Cups during an eight-year spell at San Siro.

Read the rest on Football Italia.