Massimiliano Allegri’s second AC Milan exit could end up being a very messy matter, according to Daniele Longo.
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Just over a week after his dismissal, the Allegri issue continues to be a hot topic as a real tug of war is taking place between the coach and Milan. He was sacked last Monday and very quickly reached an agreement to take over from Antonio Conte at Napoli.
Allegri-Milan to the courts?
Reports have surfaced since suggesting that there was a deal in place with Napoli before the season finale against Cagliari. Gerry Cardinale could therefore accuse him of having acted out of turn, voiding any potential severance payment. Daniele Longo explained things on his YouTube channel.
“Massimiliano Allegri disputes the manner of Gerry Cardinale’s dismissal because the certified email arrived four days after RedBird’s announcement, and above all, he demands a severance package for himself and his entire staff,” he said (via Radio Rossonera).
“Gerry Cardinale points the finger at the Livorno-born coach, guilty, according to him, of reaching an agreement with Napoli before the match against Cagliari. He considers this a great detriment to the club and the team.
“We shouldn’t be surprised if this matter ends up in court because the dispute is very, very heated and the tone is harsh.” On the one hand, Cardinale refuses to pay the severance pay. On the other, Allegri continues to demand a sum of around €2m.
So, how can this whole situation be resolved? Longo tries to answer this question: “I believe the parties will try to find a compromise, but the situation is quite tense.”