AC Milan sack boss Sergio Conceicao as Italian giants let third manager in 12 months go - leaving the futures of FOUR England stars up in the air
AC Milan have sacked Sergio Conceicao, as per an official club statement.
The Portuguese tactician took over from fellow countryman Paulo Fonseca at the end of December - with the club in eighth place. But after a lacklustre five months, Milan's league position did not budge under Conceicao.
The former Porto boss becomes the third manager to leave the Italian heavyweights in 12 months.
Despite being Serie A runners-up in 2023-24, former head coach Stefano Pioli departed at the end of the season. He was replaced by Fonseca, who was fired and usurped by Conceicao.
During his time with the Rossoneri, Conceicao won 16 of his 30 games - a 53 per cent win rate. He also led the club to their 50th major trophy in its history, winning the Italian Super Cup against local rivals Inter Milan in January.
An official club statement announcing Conceicao's departure read: 'AC Milan and Sergio Conceiçao will not continue their journey together next season.
'The Club would like to thank Sergio and his staff for their commitment, professionalism and dedication shown during their time leading the First Team over the past few months.
'The AC Milan family parts with the coach who won the 50th trophy in the Club's history, wishing him the best for the future.'
With Conceicao leaving Milan, England stars Fikayo Tomori and Ruben Loftus-Cheek could follow their manager out the door.
Mail Sport reported this week that Tottenham are targeting Tomori, and like him for his pace, mobility and tenacity.
The centre back is seen as a cheaper alternative to their primary target - Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi.
Meanwhile, reports in Italy have stated that Loftus-Cheek's future at Milan is up in the air, and has been since last summer.
The former Chelsea midfield left London for Milan in 2023, with his contract running through June 2027.
Conceicao's exit will also do little to boost any hopes of Kyle Walker remaining at Milan beyond this season.
The defender joined the club on loan from Manchester City in January and, although his deal includes an option to buy of just £4.2million, multiple reports have claimed Milan do not want to sign him permanently.
The 35-year-old featured 16 times in all competitions for the club and was included in Thomas Tuchel's inaugural England squad for the Three Lions' World Cup qualifiers in March.
Fellow loanee Tammy Abraham is also expected to call time on his spell with the Rossoneri this summer.
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