Massimiliano Allegri's contract showdown stalls Napoli hiring

Milan and coach Massimiliano Allegri remain at odds over a €5 million buyout package that would end the manager's contract early. The club is refusing to meet Allegri’s request for €2 million for himself and €3 million for his staff, while the Milan board says it will not release the funds. Napoli have already outlined a two‑year deal for Allegri at €4.5 million net per season, but the appointment cannot be formalised until Milan resolves the termination. Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis, currently in the United States, expects a solution within the next 7–10 days, after which the club will announce the hire. Reports also mention Zlatan Ibrahimović’s interest in delaying Allegri’s release, echoing a past De Laurentiis‑Giuntoli episode.