MILAN (AP) — AC Milan fired coach Massimiliano Allegri and CEO Giorgio Furlani on Monday after what was deemed a “clear failure” of the season.
The team’s American owners, the Redbirds, cleaned house a day after Milan overcame a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1 at home to fellow Cagliari, missing out on Champions League qualification by one point. The Rossoneri were booed off the field by their own fans.
Milan spent most of Serie A in the top two, fighting for the title, but had only won two of their last eight games and dropped to fifth on Sunday. last day of the season.
“The final development didn’t quite match up with our previous performances and with last night’s disappointing loss in the final game, our season was a clear failure,” Redbird said. statement.
“Now is the time for change and a comprehensive restructuring of our football operations. With immediate effect, we are parting ways with CEO Giorgio Furlani, sporting director Igli Tare, head coach Massimiliano Allegri and technical director Geoffrey Moncada. We would like to thank each of them for their hard work and dedication to AC Milan during their tenure.”
The Redbirds retained only special advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Allegri returned to Milan last year with the task of taking the Rossoneri back to the Champions League after the team finished eighth in Serie A last season. Coach Allegri oversaw 42 games, with a record of 22 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses.
Redbirds managing partner Jerry Cardinale is now expected to work closely with Ibrahimovic on the club’s restructuring, including the selection of a coach, CEO and sporting director.
“Further announcements regarding the following appointments will be made in due course, with the aim of being well-prepared for next season,” the statement concluded.
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