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Milan pursues Rangnick amid potential departure from Austria

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 7:50 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

Milan pursues Rangnick amid potential departure from Austria

Summary

Serie A club Milan is actively pursuing Ralf Rangnick for the position of sporting director. Currently managing the Austrian national team, Rangnick may leave his role just days ahead of the World Cup. Milan's interest follows a positive conversation between Rangnick and owner Gerry Cardinale, with another meeting scheduled next week. Austria is also seeking to retain Rangnick beyond the World Cup by presenting him with a new contract, which he has about a week to consider. The situation poses a risk for Milan as they aim to secure his services before the tournament.

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Key Details

•Milan wants Ralf Rangnick as sporting director.
•Rangnick currently manages Austria, facing World Cup imminently.
•Discussions between Rangnick and Milan are ongoing.
•Austria is offering Rangnick a new contract soon.
•Rangnick's decision timeline is about one week.

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Serie A side Milan are keenly pursuing the signature of Ralf Rangnick and want him as their next sporting director. The ex-Manchester United manager is the manager of the Austrian national team and th...
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