AC Milan are in a period of intense reflection regarding the future of head coach Paulo Fonseca. The Portuguese manager’s position appears increasingly tenuous, with his fate likely hinging on a convincing victory in the upcoming Milan derby against Inter on Sunday, September 22, 2024.
Calciomercato report how In the wake of Milan’s Champions League defeat to Liverpool, several coaches and their representatives have begun positioning themselves as potential replacements. Fonseca has been left to work alone at Milanello, with club directors Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Giorgio Furlani, and Geoffrey Moncada spending time at Casa Milan to discuss solutions to the current crisis.
Edin Terzic, former Borussia Dortmund coach, has emerged as a leading candidate. His presence at San Siro for the Liverpool match and his profile – both in terms of economics and playing style – align well with RedBird Capital’s standards.
However, there’s a growing sentiment within Milan’s leadership to consider a more experienced Italian coach who could make an immediate impact. Names like Maurizio Sarri and Massimiliano Allegri have surfaced, though they would need to accept Milan’s salary constraints.
Other potential candidates include Thomas Tuchel, though his high salary demands pose a challenge, Sergio Conceição, whose tactical approach may not suit Milan’s current squad, and Graham Potter, who remains available after his Chelsea stint.
All these considerations point to one crucial moment: the upcoming Milan derby. Fonseca’s future at AC Milan may well depend on his ability to secure a positive result against their city rivals.
