Alexandre Pato discusses bond with AC Milan ahead of Champions League hopes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Alexandre Pato expressed his deep emotional connection to AC Milan, stating he cares for the club as he would for a son. Speaking with Sky Sport, Pato reflected on his difficult time due to injuries that impacted his career at Milan. Despite a challenging season, he emphasized the opportunity for the team to improve and return to the Champions League next year. Pato remains hopeful for the future of the club and wishes success for players like Zlatan Ibrahimović.
- •Pato spoke about his emotional ties to AC Milan.
- •He noted the impact of the club's performances on his well-being.
- •Pato expressed hopes for Milan's return to the Champions League next year.
- •He acknowledged the team's struggles but believes in future growth.
- •Pato continues to support former teammates like Ibrahimović.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I love Milan like my son’ – Pato opens up on emotional bond with Rossoneri
"Alexandre Pato has spoken movingly about his enduring emotional connection to Milan, a club where he experienced some of the most significant seasons of his career before injuries gradually curtailed ...
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