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AC Milan have sacked manager Sergio Conceicao, as per an official club statement, following an under-whelming Serie A campaign.
The Portuguese tactician took over from fellow countryman Paulo Fonseca at the end of December – with the club in eighth place. But after a tumultuous six months, Milan’s league position did not budge under Conceicao.
The former Porto boss becomes the third manager to leave the Italian heavyweights in 12 months.
Despite being Serie A runners-up in 2023-24, former head coach Stefano Pioli departed at the end of the season. He was replaced by Fonseca, who was fired before Conceicao took charge.
During his time with the Rossoneri, Conceicao won 16 of his 30 games – a 53 per cent win rate. He also led the club to their 50th major trophy in its history, winning the Italian Super Cup against local rivals Inter Milan in January.
An official club statement announcing Conceicao’s departure read: ‘AC Milan and Sergio Conceicao will not continue their journey together next season.
AC Milan announced they have sacked Sergio Conceicao, ending a six-month spell at the club
Conceicao took over from Paulo Fonseca in December but could only lead Milan to eighth place
Mail Sport understands Fikayo Tomori could follow his manager out the door, with Tottenham interested in the defender
‘The Club would like to thank Sergio and his staff for their commitment, professionalism and dedication shown during their time leading the First Team over the past few months.
‘The AC Milan family parts with the coach who won the 50th trophy in the Club’s history, wishing him the best for the future.’
With Conceicao leaving Milan, England stars Fikayo Tomori and Ruben Loftus-Cheek could follow their manager out the door.
Mail Sport reported this week that Tottenham are targeting Tomori, and like him for his pace, mobility and tenacity.
The centre back is seen as a cheaper alternative to their primary target – Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi.
Meanwhile, reports in Italy have stated that Loftus-Cheek’s future at Milan is up in the air, and has been since last summer.
The former Chelsea midfielder left London for Milan in 2023, with his contract running through June 2027.
Conceicao’s exit will also do little to boost any hopes of Kyle Walker remaining at Milan beyond this season.
Loanee Kyle Walker is not expected to join Milan permanently and is likely to return to Man City
Also on loan, former Chelsea star Tammy Abraham is expected to return to Roma this summer
Fellow Blues academy graduate Ruben Loftus-Cheek could also leave, as per reports in Italy
The defender joined the club on loan from Manchester City in January and, although his deal includes an option to buy of just £4.2million, multiple reports have claimed Milan do not want to sign him permanently.
The 35-year-old featured 16 times in all competitions for the club and was included in Thomas Tuchel’s inaugural England squad for the Three Lions’ World Cup qualifiers in March.
Fellow loanee Tammy Abraham is also expected to call time on his spell with the Rossoneri this summer.
Reports in Italy have stated the former Chelsea star is expected to return to parent club Roma after scoring just five goals in as many months for Milan.
