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- AC Milan fans will hold a loud protest against chief executive Giorgio Furlani during this weekend’s Serie A match with Atalanta.
- The supporters are angry after a 2-0 loss to Sassuolo put their Champions League hopes in danger.
- Online petitions demanding Furlani’s sacking have gained support, with many blaming him for the team’s poor form.
- However, RedBird owner Gerry Cardinale is reportedly happy with Furlani’s work after record profits from player sales.
- Furlani became CEO in December 2022 after Elliott Management sold the club to RedBird.
AC Milan supporters are preparing to voice their anger at chief executive Giorgio Furlani when the Rossoneri face Atalanta this weekend. The fans plan to make their feelings clear at the San Siro after weeks of growing frustration.
The tension reached breaking point following last weekend’s 2-0 defeat to Sassuolo. This result left the club fighting to secure a place in next season’s Champions League. Many supporters now fear missing out on Europe’s top competition.
Several fans have taken to social media to attack Furlani personally. Others have started online petitions calling for the American to lose his job. They see him as the main reason for the club’s drop in performance this term.
Despite the unrest, owner Gerry Cardinale appears fully behind his CEO. The RedBird Capital chief is said to be very pleased with Furlani’s handling of club affairs. Under his watch, Milan has made record money from selling players.
Furlani worked in finance before joining Milan through Elliott Management. He took over as CEO from Ivan Gazidis when RedBird bought the club from Elliott in December 2022. His background is in business rather than football.