Sérgio Conceição Appointed New AC Milan Manager as Fonseca confirms Milan have sacked him

Sérgio Conceição has officially signed on as the new manager of AC Milan, marking a significant shift in the club’s leadership dynamic. The necessary documents are in place, and he is set to arrive in Milan later today—Monday. All formal contracts have been sealed with his agent, Jorge Mendes, ensuring that the transition happens smoothly.

Paulo Fonseca, the coach previously at the helm, confirmed his dismissal as he left San Siro, stating to reporters, “It is true. My conscience is clear; I did all that I could.” His departure adds to the ongoing narrative of a club searching for stability amid fluctuating performances.

In an unexpected twist, Fonseca was compelled to address the media and attend a press conference concerning his imminent replacement. During this time, he insisted that he had not received any formal communication regarding his position or future, which has now become a point of contention. Despite his claims of ignorance, multiple media outlets had already reported hours earlier that Sérgio Conceição was marked as his successor.

After conducting his media duties, Fonseca was finally informed of his fate by Milan’s directors, confirming the reports circulating around his exit. As he drove away from San Siro following a frustrating 1-1 draw against Roma late at night, he allowed himself a moment to engage with the remaining journalists, underscoring the gravity of the situation. “It is true, I am out of Milan. This is life. My conscience is clear, because I did all that I could,” he reiterated.

Fonseca’s tenure at Milan was brief, having assumed the position only last July after what was described as a long and arduous process of selection involving various potential candidates, including Julen Lopetegui. During his time in charge, he managed to secure 12 victories while also experiencing six draws and six defeats across Serie A, the Champions League, and the Coppa Italia. This mixed bag of results ultimately led to the decision to seek new leadership.

Looking forward, Sérgio Conceição’s debut as AC Milan’s new coach is slated for January 3 against Juventus in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final, an exciting matchup taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The pressure will undoubtedly be on him to deliver immediate results and reinvigorate a club seeking to reclaim its former glory in both domestic and European competitions.