Milan meet Tare and Paratici amid Furlani’s frustration | OneFootball

Milan’s search for a new sporting director has come down to two primary candidates, but the club is taking its time to ensure they make the right choice in this pivotal appointment.

After ruling out François-Joseph Modesto—backed by chief scout Geoffrey Moncada—and with Andrea Berta expected to join Arsenal, the Rossoneri have identified Fabio Paratici and Igli Tare as the two most viable options.

LEEDS, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 26: Tottenham Hotspur Director of Football, Fabio Paratici looks on during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Tottenham Hotspur at Elland Road on February 26, 2022 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Chris Brunskill/Getty Images)

Why Milan’s search for a new sporting director is causing tension with Furlani

In recent days, RedBird advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic and owner Gerry Cardinale met with both Tare and Paratici in London, a move that reportedly frustrated CEO Giorgio Furlani, as reported by Calciomercato.com.

Feeling sidelined from discussions that could reshape the club’s hierarchy, Furlani publicly insisted that ‘all decisions go through me’ before Milan’s recent 2-1 defeat against Lazio.

VERONA, ITALY – MARCH 17: Giorgio Furlani CEO of AC Milan interacts with Zlatan Ibrahimovic during the Serie A TIM match between Hellas Verona FC and AC Milan at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on March 17, 2024 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Despite this, Ibrahimović and Cardinale remain intent on pressing ahead. Paratici has signaled his full availability to take over the role on the condition that he receives full control of the sporting sector and autonomy in assembling his team.

Meanwhile, Tare appears to be emerging as the frontrunner, as both Ibrahimović and Moncada are said to favor his appointment.

With tensions brewing behind the scenes, Milan’s next move could shape the club’s future for years to come.