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Milan issues statement denying rumors of Franco Baresi's death

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Milan issues statement denying rumors of Franco Baresi's death
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AC Milan released a statement on July 29, 2026, refuting social media rumors claiming that club legend Franco Baresi had died at age 66. The club stated that Baresi, who has been facing health challenges after undergoing surgery in August 2025, is alive. To respect his privacy, Milan called for an end to the unfounded speculation. Baresi, an iconic figure, played exclusively for Milan from 1977 to 1997 and has since served as honorary vice president.

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  • •Milan denies rumors about Baresi's death circulating on social media.
  • •Club urges respect for Baresi's privacy amid health challenges.
  • •Baresi underwent surgery for a pulmonary nodule in August 2025.
  • •Baresi played 716 games for Milan and won multiple trophies with the club.
  • •He has held the honorary vice president position since October 2020.
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  • 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Milan deny legendary captain Baresi has died, denounce false rumours
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Milan have been forced to release a statement denying rumours that club legend and honorary vice president Franco Baresi had died.There had been some messages circulating on social media that Baresi h...

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