Maldini leaves Milan after breakdown with new owner

Paolo Maldini has stepped down as AC Milan’s technical director, the club announced on Tuesday.

The alleged reason behind the decision is a breakdown with new owner Gerry Cardinale.

“AC Milan announces that Paolo Maldini concludes his role at the club, effective as of June 5, 2023,” the club statement said.

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“We thank him for his years of service in the role, contributing to the return to the Champions League and to winning the Scudetto in 2021-22. His day-to-day duties will be performed by a team working in close integration with the first team manager, ultimately reporting to the CEO.”

Maldini was a long-time captain as a player and favorites among fans, therefore it is no surprise that there has been a serious backlash from the Rossoneri supporters when the news broke out.

Maldini joined as technical director in 2019 and was largely credited with building a young squad that eventually went on to clinch the Serie A title in the 2021-22 season.