AC Milan in Turmoil: Player Conflicts and Management Issues

AC Milan is experiencing significant internal tension, threatening to boil over just days before their derby against Inter and the winter transfer window’s closure on February 3rd. The celebratory atmosphere following their Supercoppa Italiana victory in Saudi Arabia has dissipated, replaced by disappointment after recent setbacks, particularly the loss to Dinamo Zagreb.

Reports suggest that coach Sergio Conceicao’s methods have become a point of contention among squad members. A recent altercation with Morata, following a similar incident with Calabria, has exposed underlying issues. Several players, including Pulisic and Théo Hernandez, are reportedly at odds with Conceicao’s strict approach, disliking his harsh criticism during team meetings and certain decisions, such as the early departure of the team bus before a match against Parma.

Adding to the discord, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, now an operating partner with RedBird, has also come under fire. His vocal criticism of former teammates after the Zagreb match was not well-received by all.

The club’s future remains uncertain, with potential departures before the transfer deadline and more expected in the summer. AC Milan appears to be on the brink of a major overhaul as tensions continue to escalate within the organization.