The wait for AC Milan and Inter’s decision about the future of San Siro is continuing, but a decision is expected soon according to a report. Staying at the iconic stadium has its benefits, as does moving away, and a decision must be made soon.
When WeBuild came forward with the offer of taking on the renovation works of San Siro earlier this year, there was a level of intrigue attached to the operation. However, Milan have remained consistent about their ideal situation – moving to San Donato.
Nevertheless, they have still engaged in meetings about a San Siro renovation project, and are taking time to evaluate the plans presented to them during the summer months.
As Gazzetta dello Sport reports, the culmination of their evaluations could arrive soon, but not in time for September 13, when a meeting is planned to discuss the future of the stadium with UEFA looking at the iconic stadium as a host for the 2027 Champions League final.
With Inter changing ownerships, there have been some changes to their operation, but the matter of the stadium is central. They are still torn about the idea of moving to Rozzano or staying put.
There are, of course, several benefits to staying at San Siro, it would be €600-700 million cheaper to renovate San Siro, as opposed to moving to San Donato. Additionally, the €300-400m cost of renovation would be split between the two clubs.
Furthermore, there are already 10,000 hospitality seats in the stadium, and the work could be done in three years. Above all, though, the two clubs would own the stadium.
However, the stadium would not be able to host concerts during the summer, given this will be when the heavy renovation is done, and they would give up the 2027 Champions League final.
In Milan’s eyes, a new stadium is the key to a ‘more ambitious future’. They have extensively studied projects similar to the one they would like to complete. The land is purchased, and the signs are positive. Therefore, the idea of San Siro is in the backseat, and whilst the door is not yet open, the management may be slowly reaching to unlock it, to leave the idea in the past.
There are certainly benefits to both projects. Both will cost a lot, but the Rossoneri must evaluate what is best for their future in the long run.