AC Milan have officially sacked head coach Massimiliano Allegri after the club failed to secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League next season, marking a major setback in their campaign objectives.
The Rossoneri finished fifth in the Serie A standings, narrowly missing out on a top-four position after a decisive defeat to Cagliari in the final stretch of the season. Milan needed only a draw to secure Champions League qualification, but the loss ultimately ended their hopes of finishing in the elite European spots.
As a result, the club’s primary objective set by ownership—to return to the Champions League—was not achieved. RedBird Capital Partners, Milan’s majority shareholder, reportedly viewed the season as a failure, citing the team’s inability to maintain consistent performance and build a stable winning foundation under Allegri’s leadership.
“In large parts of this season, we were in the top two positions in Serie A, with a strong chance of competing for the Scudetto. However, inconsistent performances towards the end of the campaign, and a disappointing defeat in the final match, turned this season into a total failure,” the club said in an official statement.
“Now is the time for change and a complete reorganisation of football operations. From this moment forward, we part ways with CEO Giorgio Furlani, Sporting Director Igli Tare, Head Coach Massimiliano Allegri, and Technical Director Geoffrey Moncada. We thank them for their hard work and dedication to AC Milan during their respective tenures.”
The club has not yet announced a replacement for Allegri, stating that further updates will be communicated in due course as part of a broader restructuring process.
Allegri’s second spell in charge of AC Milan saw mixed results, with the team recording 22 wins, 10 draws, and 10 defeats across the campaign. While Milan showed periods of strong form, their inconsistency in the final stages of the season ultimately proved costly.
Following the decision, club owner Gerry Cardinale and advisor Zlatan Ibrahimović are expected to lead the search for a new head coach as Milan prepares for a significant rebuild ahead of the next season.
The restructuring signals a decisive shift in strategy at San Siro, with the club aiming to restore stability and return to European competition after falling short of expectations.
