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AC Milan’s try and overhaul their squad following a disappointing first half of the season noticed the membership appoint Sergio Conceicao as head coach and herald Joao Felix as a marquee signing. Nevertheless, after a string of poor performances and fading ambitions, the Rossoneri have reportedly made an vital resolution on the Portuguese duo.
Following Paulo Fonseca’s dismissal, Conceicao received off to a promising begin by guiding Milan to victory over Inter Milan within the Italian Tremendous Cup. Nevertheless, the membership’s struggles in each the UEFA Champions League — the place they have been eradicated by Feyenoord — and Serie A have considerably altered perceptions of the Portuguese coach.
Joao Felix’s scenario mirrors that of his coach. Personally requested by Conceicao, the ahead made a direct influence by scoring on his debut in opposition to AS Roma. Nevertheless, his kind has since dipped dramatically, with Felix managing only one purpose and one help in 9 appearances. This hunch in the end noticed him benched in Milan’s final two matches.
In accordance with La Gazzetta dello Sport, barring a shocking flip of occasions, Conceicao is unlikely to stay Milan’s head coach for the 2025-26 season. Consequently, Joao Felix can also be anticipated to depart.
Felix’s arrival at Milan was strongly influenced by Conceicao — each share Jorge Mendes as their agent — and the membership pushed for a €5.5 million mortgage deal (in accordance with Transfermarkt) on the ultimate day of the switch window. With no buy choice included within the settlement, the ahead is about to return to Chelsea, the place he’s unlikely to suit into Enzo Maresca’s plans.
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What’s subsequent for AC Milan?
Milan’s European hopes have been dashed following their Champions League elimination by the hands of Feyenoord, a significant setback of their 2024-25 marketing campaign. In Serie A, Fonseca’s departure in December got here when Milan have been eighth within the desk, removed from the European qualification spots. After 11 video games underneath Conceicao, the Rossoneri now sit ninth, eight factors behind fourth place.
With their Champions League marketing campaign over and their league hopes fading, Milan’s final likelihood for silverware lies within the Coppa Italia. The Rossoneri will face Inter Milan within the semifinal first leg on April 2nd, with the second leg scheduled for April twenty third. With the ultimate set for Might 14th, the home cup might signify Milan’s ultimate alternative to salvage their season.
