Author: Soccerhuz
Arsenal wrapped up their season with a 2–1 win over Southampton on the final day, thanks to goals from Kieran Tierney and Martin Ødegaard. While the match had little on the line in terms of the league table, David Raya was chasing an individual milestone, the chance to win the Premier League Golden Glove outright for the second season running. Unfortunately for the Spaniard, his clean sheet hopes were dashed just over ten minutes into the second half when he conceded from a corner. That goal meant he would have to share the award with Nottingham Forest’s Matz Sels, who…
Rafael Leao spent the entirety of the game against Monza on the bench, and it is not unlikely that it was his final match for AC Milan. As Calciomercato.com write, Leao could not have imagined a worse end to the season. He sat in the dugout, waiting for a call from Sergio Conceicao’s assistant Joao Costa that never came, as the fans protested in a toxic environment. He started several games in the second half of the season from the bench, and the fact he was an unused substitute last night is an unmistakable sign of how the relationship with…
AC Milan are risking a repeat of this season already, and if action is not taken soon, it could creep up on the Rossoneri. There are several directions that you can point this season in terms of blame. Whether that is solely towards the management or not, it probably has a part to do with some misjudgment on their part. Last summer, Milan failed to hire a coach quickly enough, and the summer rebuild was poor, at best. In fact, this trend continued into the winter too, where each signing has been questioned already. Already, there is a fear coming…
Last night, Simon Kjaer spoke in an interview about the current situation at AC Milan and a possible return to ‘his club’. Kjaer, in many ways, represents a lot of what Milan have missed this season. Put simply, it is leadership and experience. Alvaro Morata, in fact, arrived to solve the issues of the dressing room. However, he could not be of assistance. Instead, the Rossoneri had their worst season in years and now will be without Europe next season. Of course, there is a debate to be had about the usability of someone like the Dane. Nevertheless, it can…
There are decisions to weigh up this summer, and AC Milan are considering playing difficulty when it comes to Tijjani Reijnders. In recent weeks, there has been an overwhelming feeling of dread for Reijnders’ future, considering the interest from Manchester City. However, there could now be signs of a fightback from Milan. Rather than allow the Citizens’ inevitability to overcome the club, the Rossoneri could play the game themselves, rather than rolling over. A first offer is expected this week, and it should be in the region of €50 million, way below the asking price. According to Corriere della Sera,…
AC Milan may be left with the scraps in the managerial market this summer, with time running out for a decision. This summer, Milan need a big appointment to bring back the good times, and it seems that they will not have their pick of the bunch. After a dismal season, Sergio Conceicao will leave, and someone new will arrive, but the options are already limited. As Calciomercato.com write, the road to Vincenzo Italiano has been shut, due to his wishes to continue with Bologna. Then, Massimiliano Allegri, who is a popular candidate, is seemingly heading to Naples to take…
Vincenzo Italiano was one of the leading candidates for the AC Milan job. However, the little asterisk next to his name has come into play. With Sergio Conceicao and Milan heading towards a divorce, there is a need for someone new to wed themselves to the club. Several names have, as expected, been linked, each with a varying level of optimism. However, the first blow has landed today, with the Rossoneri’s shortlist being officially taken down by one. Italiano’s name was a bold addition to the shortlist, especially with him winning the Coppa Italia. Nevertheless, he rose to the favourite…
It has been 18 months since Zlatan Ibrahimovic arrived for his third spell at AC Milan. Now, there are talks that he could leave again. Still, no one knows what Ibrahimovic really does. It is an extreme situation, worsened by the failings of Milan in other areas. However, the Swede should, in the minds of many, be helping to fix and overcome these errors. Yet, there is no real clarity on his role and how far his power goes. More so since February, when Gerry Cardinale stripped him of his powers. Quotidiano Sportivo, this morning, writes that Ibra is under…
AC Milan legend Ruud Gullit has warned they risk losing Tijjani Reijnders. The Holland midfielder is the subject of a €55m offer from Manchester City, though the Rossonero are so far refusing to do business. But Gullit said of his countryman: “I’m very happy with his path. Three or four years ago he played with my son and when (Arne) Slot sent him to the (Feyenoord) second team Reijnders got very angry. “Now he has had a very rapid rise. He is a strong player, who knows how to score goals. It will be an incredible loss for Milan when…
Arsenal received a significant boost with reports in Italy claiming that AC Milan have lowered their asking price for Rafael Leão. Arsenal’s pursuit of Rafael Leão has received a significant boost, with reports in Italy claiming that AC Milan have lowered their asking price for the Portuguese winger amid growing speculation over his future. The 25-year-old did not feature in Milan’s final Serie A match of the season—a 2-0 home win over Monza—fueling rumours of an imminent departure. Leão remained on the bench throughout the match, as goals from Matteo Gabbia and João Félix sealed a victory that saw Milan…