This week, AC Milan have begun to consider the prospect of Adriano Galliani returning, and there are clear reasons why.
A move for Galliani is a bit of a shock, indeed. It would be another shake in the system, where there have already been a few this summer. Igli Tare has changed the sporting movement of Milan, whilst Giorgio Furlani’s role is now more powerful than ever.
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Of course, the results of this are yet to be seen. However, another could still make the Rossoneri more imposing generally. This relates to the law side of the game, where many have issues with the current regime.
Another shock
Reports in the past few days suggest that Galliani, if he is to return, would work for RedBird as a ‘super consultant’ and then participate in meetings on the club’s behalf. Today, Carlo Pellegatti has spoken about the chances of a return and why it could happen on his YouTube channel, via MilanNews.
“Today, we’re talking about the possibility of Galliani returning to Milan. An authoritative source told me something on July 23rd. On June 6th, he sent me a message: ‘Be careful, we’re trying.’ Trying with whom?
“He was talking about Adriano Galliani and his possible return to Milan. The owners understood that, in addition to a sporting director and a charismatic coach, they also lacked an authoritative managerial figure who could maintain relationships with the Lega and UEFA with a certain authority.
“On June 13th, they told me that Galliani would not be returning. Those were tense days for the sale of Monza, and therefore, Galliani wanted to be focused only on that. A few weeks later, I received a message about possible changes at the managerial level. I understand that they are talking about Galliani.
“I’m told that a close friend of Galliani’s, with excellent relations with the AC Milan owners, will try to convince Galliani. They told me not to say anything because it was a delicate moment.
“The current situation is this: the ownership sees Galliani as the right figure that AC Milan is lacking. Many have said that Galliani’s return would mean the departure of Paolo Scaroni, the current AC Milan president, but in reality, the ownership has never considered a change.
“The ownership is considering having Galliani on board, not like Ibrahimovic, who is a Senior Advisor, and entrusting him with the role of “Head of Football” for the Rossoneri. He will be the point of contact for transfers, player contacts, political contacts, and institutional relations. No one has ever considered letting Scaroni go.
“After the first rumours emerged, some tried to contact Galliani, who, however, explained that he is currently focused solely on the closing of the ownership change at Monza, which will take place in September.
“Therefore, in terms of timing for Galliani’s possible return, we will have to wait for the closing and the ownership change at Monza in September.
“That’s the story, now I’ll share my thoughts: for me, Galliani is the ideal figure for the revitalisation of AC Milan’s image and its institutions. He’s still one of the key figures in world football, still a highly respected figure. He would be a significant upgrade for AC Milan. I hope his arrival is seen by everyone at the club as a great opportunity.
“Will Galliani actually return to AC Milan? I think so. He gave a firm no in mid-June, but now he seems more open to it. The negotiations went well, and we’re on the way to Galliani’s return to AC Milan. And if that happens, I’ll be very happy.
Galliani is more than welcome. But the snake in milan is furlani and as long as he remains there, milan are doomed.
Much as i like milan i wish that 2025-26 will be another disaster season because of furlani’s presence.
You really don’t understand Furlani’s role, do you? Unlike that buffoon Galliani, Furlani has Milan’s finances in good health. Furlani is a banker, he has little input into the makeup of the squad so save your irrational hatred for the scouts and coaches.
Professor Uberhulk: we are not the idiots you think we are and you are not the wiseguy you think you are. We probably know much more than you about soccer, finance and management.
What you do not realize is that unless a team invests, it cannot move forward. Having as your main ambition to reach 4th place to take oart in CL for the money is not on for AC Milan. Just look at PSG, Real Madrid, Barca, Liverpool, Man City …. do these people splash money around or are they controlled by an unshaven dwarf who does not even know
that a goalkeeper can play the ball with his hands?
Understand professor?
Barca is a really bad example for a healthy club mate.
Don’t think so dear fries.
Barca STILL take part in champs league – still win la liga – still buy and sell despite “restrictions” — so what could they ask for more? Advice by the world bank or by the european central bank?
I guess bankers can make a championship team calibre to finish 8th place …. Let’s gooo bankers
About finances, it is easier to have finances OK buying non-ideal players for peanuts, then selling those who are really good (Reijnders/Tonali). It is easier that way.
Furlani knows about money, zero about football. You need investment for results
A banker who keeps stripping assets…
You are talking about Gazidis that setup this new Milan? Or your boyfriend Furlani so it doesn’t matter who really did what?
Yes, ratface Furlani is a portfolio manager and he is managing our portfolio in the worst way imaginable.