Gerry Cardinale visits Milanello to discuss club project and player transfers

AC Milan Gerry Cardinale Rafael Leão transfer market Serie A

AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale visited the Milanello training center to hold strategic meetings with head coach Ruben Amorim and club management ahead of the Serie A season opener against Torino. Cardinale conducted individual meetings with key players to discuss the club’s new project and clarify the squad composition for the upcoming season.

A primary focus of these discussions is the uncertain future of Rafael Leão. The Portuguese winger is reportedly seeking a move to the Premier League, and agent Jorge Mendes is actively exploring options. While Galatasaray has shown interest, Milan is seeking a higher valuation, with figures cited between 40 and 60 million euros. Leão did not participate in recent training sessions and is expected to miss the match against Torino.

Additionally, the club is managing several departures to balance the squad and finances. Players identified as being outside the immediate project include Fikayo Tomori, Christopher Nkunku, Youssouf Fofana, and Santiago Gimenez. The club aims to monetize these exits to fund further squad reinforcements under Amorim’s leadership.

Entities

AC Milan · Diego Moreira · Gerry Cardinale · Gonçalo Inácio · Jorge Mendes · Milanello · Rafael Leão · Ruben Amorim · Sporting CP

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[○ 1 SOURCE] There are currently no negotiations between AC Milan and Sporting CP for Gonçalo Inácio.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Gonçalo Inácio has a release clause of 60 million euros.
[● 2 SOURCES] Gerry Cardinale has shifted his strategic direction regarding AC Milan management.
[● 2 SOURCES] The club spent 50 million euros on a single talent, indicating a willingness to spend significant sums.
[● 2 SOURCES] The acquisition of Diego Moreira serves as evidence of the change in ownership strategy.
[● 2 SOURCES] The acquisition of Diego Moreira for 50 million euros serves as evidence of this new investment strategy.
[● 2 SOURCES] Gerry Cardinale has shifted his strategic direction to focus entirely on on-field performance and returning AC Milan to its former status.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Gonçalo Inácio has a release clause valued at 60 million euros.
[○ 1 SOURCE] There are currently no negotiations between AC Milan and Sporting CP for defender Gonçalo Inácio.