Key Takeaways:
- Milan officially dismissed head coach Massimiliano Allegri, director Igli Tare, CEO Giorgio Furlani, and chief scout Geoffrey Moncada in a single announcement
- The Rossoneri surrendered a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1 at home to Cagliari, missing the opportunity to secure a top four Serie A finish and automatic Champions League qualification
- Only special advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic remains, with Gerry Cardinale set to lead a complete structural shake-up ahead of next season
Brutal Changes Announced Following Season Collapse
AC Milan have enacted a sweeping restructure at the highest levels, confirming the firings of manager Massimiliano Allegri, sporting director Igli Tare, chief executive Giorgio Furlani, and technical director Geoffrey Moncada. The decision comes after the club’s stinging 2-1 home defeat to Cagliari, a match in which the Rossoneri required just a single point to guarantee both a top four finish and Champions League football. Instead, Milan squandered a 1-0 advantage, gifting Como the edge via head-to-head record in the race for fourth place.
Gerry Cardinale, owner under RedBird Capital, authorised the wholesale clearout, leaving only special advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic in post. Speculation of drastic changes had mounted throughout the day, culminating in the club’s stark and forthright statement issued across official channels.
🚨 GRAND MÉNAGE À VENIR AU MILAN AC ! 🧹🤯
Après la débâcle d'hier soir lors de la dernière journée de Serie A, une RÉVOLUTION est à venir. ❌
Ils devraient perdre leur poste :
👉 Massimiliano Allegri 🇮🇹 (entraîneur)
👉 Giorgio Furlani 🇮🇹 (PDG)
👉 Igli Tare 🇦🇱 (directeur… pic.twitter.com/pGM5Dghw9V— Actu Foot (@ActuFoot_) May 25, 2026
Official Club Statement
“After the disappointment of last year, the mandate ownership set for the Club was to return to the Champions League and to establish a foundation for winning consistently at the top of Serie A.
“For the majority of this season, we were in the top two positions in Serie A, with a credible shot at competing for the Scudetto. The final stretch was completely inconsistent with the performance up to that point, with last night’s disappointing loss in the final game turning the season into an unequivocal failure.
“It is now time for change and a comprehensive reorganization of football operations. Effective immediately, we are parting ways with CEO Giorgio Furlani, Sporting Director Igli Tare, Head Coach Massimiliano Allegri and Technical Director Geoffrey Moncada. We thank each one for their hard work and dedication to AC Milan during their respective tenures.
“Further announcements regarding the next appointments will be made in due course – with the goal to be ready and well prepared for the next season.”
Management Changes: Departures Detailed
Massimiliano Allegri departs having overseen 42 competitive matches during the campaign, registering 22 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses across all competitions. Both Allegri and Tare, who joined less than a year ago, have seen their tenures abruptly terminated following just twelve months at the helm.
Giorgio Furlani, part of the Rossoneri board since 2019 and promoted to chief executive officer in 2022, had served as a key representative of former owners Elliott Management. His exit follows Cardinale’s refinancing and the phasing out of links with the previous ownership structure.
Geoffrey Moncada first joined the club in 2018 as chief scout, before being elevated to technical director in 2023. He now joins Allegri, Tare, and Furlani in leaving the club as Milan initiate a radical overhaul of their football operations.
Future Prospects and Next Steps
Ownership has confirmed that further announcements regarding key appointments will be provided in due course. With only Zlatan Ibrahimovic remaining in an operational role, Gerry Cardinale and the Swedish legend will collaborate to select a new management team, including head coach, sporting director, and chief executive, as the club seeks to rebuild ahead of the forthcoming season.
