Team Wiener Linien · Regionalliga - Salzburg · Defender · #0 · Austria · 21 yrs
Despite a solid start to the season, AC Milan failed to qualify for the UEFA Champions League, triggering a major shakeup at the club. The Rossoneri have decided to part ways with Massimiliano Allegri along with several other key figures, while reportedly giving Zlatan Ibrahimović a larger role. AC Milan have missed out on a place in the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League, capping off a disappointing season. As a result, the club are preparing for a major overhaul of the sporting project. After failing to meet the season’s objectives, Massimiliano Allegri has been dismissed alongside other key figures within the club’s structure. In response, Zlatan Ibrahimović is reportedly poised to take on a more prominent role with the Rossoneri. The Rossoneri have decided to part ways with Massimiliano Allegri, as the team’s performances have failed to meet the standards of the sporting project. Alongside him, Igli Tare, Giorgio Furlani, and Geoffrey Moncada have been dismissed with immediate effect as an emergency measure following the club’s failure to secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League. In response, AC Milan are now preparing for a major overhaul ahead of the 2026–27 season. “After the disappointment of last season, the mandate defined by the Club’s ownership was clear: to return to the Champions League… The time has come for change and a profound reorganization of the Club’s sporting structure. Effective immediately, the careers of CEO Giorgio Furlani, sporting director Igli Tare, head coach Massimiliano Allegri, and technical director Geoffrey Moncada at AC Milan have come to an end,” posted AC Milan on their website. According to Sky Sports Italia, Massimo Calvelli will be tasked with finding AC Milan’s new CEO, while Ibrahimović will be responsible for deciding who becomes the next sporting director and next head coach. With this change, the Swedish executive is set to take on a far more influential role, emerging as the leader of the Rossoneri’s long-term sporting vision and placing the development of young players at the center of the strategy, as he has stated on several occasions. AC Milan Senior Advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic looks on before the Serie A match. AC Milan shake-up sparks doubt over Rafael Leão and Christian Pulisic Throughout the 2025–26 season, the Rossoneri appeared to have Christian Pulisic’s continuity firmly planned, while Rafael Leão seemed destined to leave in the summer of 2026. However, the departures of Igli Tare and Massimiliano Allegri have put all major decisions on hold. As a result, Zlatan Ibrahimović’s choices regarding the new sporting director and head coach will shape the futures of both the Portuguese star and the USMNT standout. While Ibrahimović reportedly wants both Pulisic and Leão to remain at the club, either player could still be sold to generate funds. In addition, the USMNT star could be motivated to leave due to their absence from the UEFA Champions League, a move that could provide the Rossoneri with key financial resources. Nevertheless, they may define the new leaders of the sporting project before the 2026 World Cup, decisions that could ultimately shape the futures of both stars.
Christian Pulisic could soon see another veteran figure arrive at Milan after Thiago Silva’s latest career twist. Christian Pulisic could soon see another veteran figure arrive at Milan after Thiago Silva’s latest career twist. The Brazilian defender has been at the center of major speculation following Brazil’s World Cup squad announcement, while the national team prepares for another demanding tournament campaign under Carlo Ancelotti. At the same time, his omission from Brazil’s final 26-man squad has sparked fresh debate across Europe and South America. The experienced center-back had hoped his return to European soccer with Porto would earn him one final opportunity on the biggest international stage, but the decision ultimately went against him. Brazil officially confirmed its squad for the 2026 World Cup earlier this week, and one of the biggest headlines was Silva’s absence. The 41-year-old defender had initially made Carlo Ancelotti’s preliminary 55-man list, but he failed to survive the final round of cuts before the tournament in North America. That decision closed the door on what could have been a historic fifth World Cup appearance for the veteran defender. Silva previously featured in the 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 editions of the tournament, captaining Brazil during several of those campaigns. Thiago Silva’s last appearance for Brazil came against Croatia in the quarterfinals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. His World Cup journey included unforgettable highs and painful disappointments. Silva famously captained Brazil during the 2014 tournament on home soil and scored in the quarter-final against Colombia, although suspension ruled him out of the devastating semi-final defeat to Germany. Porto spell not enough to convince Brazil Silva returned to Europe earlier this year when Porto offered him a short-term contract after he departed from Fluminense. The move reunited him with a club where he had previously played more than two decades ago during his early career. What’s more, despite his age, the veteran defender still delivered strong performances in Portugal. He made 14 appearances, helped Porto secure the Primeira Liga title, and became one of the oldest players to feature for the club in modern history. Their official farewell message highlighted the defender’s impact during his brief stay. “Thank you for everything, Thiago. FC Porto’s doors will always be open to you,” the club wrote after confirming his departure. FC Porto e Thiago Silva estão, agora, na história um do outro 💙♾Felicidades, Monstro!🙌#ConseguimosJuntos pic.twitter.com/B7I89UqKV7— FC Porto (@FCPorto) May 21, 2026 The key reason behind Milan’s reported change of heart After the 41-year-old star missed out on the World Cup squad, reports from Brazil suggested Milan quickly revived interest in bringing him back to San Siro. The club had previously explored a move both last summer and during the winter transfer window, but negotiations never advanced. Now, the situation appears different. The club is preparing for another demanding campaign and reportedly sees the Brazilian’s leadership qualities, dressing-room influence, and elite-level experience as valuable assets for a younger squad. According to ESPN Brasil, Milan has already offered the Brazilian defender a one-year contract running through the 2026-27 season. The possibility of a reunion has also been strengthened by Silva’s close relationship with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who continues to play an influential role behind the scenes at the Italian club. Thiago Silva of FC Porto looks dejected How Christian Pulisic could benefit from Silva’s arrival For Christian Pulisic, Silva’s arrival could provide another experienced figure inside the dressing room during a critical stage of the Rossoneri’s project. The experienced centre-back’s possible presence would immediately add authority and calm to the back line. His experience from Brazil, Milan, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, Porto, and multiple World Cu
