Kaka says it is ‘very sad given his history’ for Maldini to depart Milan

Former AC Milan star Kaka has spoken about how said it makes him for Paolo Maldini to have been dismissed from the club in the way that he was, a report claims.

The Brazilian legend was speaking during an interview with Sky Sport ahead of the Champions League final between Inter and Manchester City.

He was asked about Milan’s former technical director Paolo Maldini, who was dismissed at the start of the week by Gerry Cardinale.

Kaka, a former teammate of Maldini, explained that he is saddened by the way things have panned out.

“It’s very sad given all his history, he’s a symbol. I liked to see him do something for the club,” Kaka said.

Talking more specifically about the Champions League final, Kaka expressed more sadness at the fact that the Rossoneri were not able to get there, having been knocked out by Inter in the semi-final.

“Playing these matches is very special, unfortunately it’s not Milan here in Istanbul, but Inter represent Italian football. This evening is an important moment for all players,” he said.