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Milan continues search for new management amid UFC event attendance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:05 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Milan continues search for new management amid UFC event attendance

Summary

Milan's owner Gerry Cardinale and advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic attended the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House over the weekend. The club remains in discussions for several key roles, including head coach, sporting, and technical directors after parting ways with Massimiliano Allegri and others post-season. Current discussions have identified Ruben Amorim as a leading candidate for the head coach position, with Cardinale reportedly offering a two-year contract. Meanwhile, Markus Krösche is being considered for the technical director role, although his current club may resist approaches.

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Key Details

•Milan seeks new head coach and management team after recent dismissals.
•Ruben Amorim reportedly offered a two-year contract worth €3.5m annually.
•Markus Krösche considered for technical director, currently with Eintracht Frankfurt.
•Ibrahimovic's influence and status within the club remain under discussion.
•Cardinale and Ibrahimovic were at a UFC event amid ongoing management negotiations.

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9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Crucial days for Milan as Ibrahimovic and Cardinale attend UFC at the White House

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It is set to be a crucial few days for Milan, who remain in talks with several candidates over their vacant head coach, sporting and technical director roles, but owner Gerry Cardinale and advisor Zla...
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