The tensions go high at MilanAnd not just inside the dressing room. After the club’s shocking Champions League go out towards FeyenoordA wave of speculation and controversy has swept through the Italian media. Reports of clashes between the boss Sergio Concepticao And key players like Christian Pulisik and Youssouf Fofana has added fuel to the fire. But how much of this drama is based in reality, and how much is sensationalism from a press crust frustrated by their lack of internal access?
Rossoneri’s early departure from Europe’s elite competition has left scars that are difficult to ignore. After losing the first leg 1-0 To Feyenoord they hoped to turn the deficit at San Siroand they only succeeded 36 seconds into the match. Santiago Gimenez Nets against its former page to get the total point to a draw.
This inspired Milan to continue fighting until they were hit by a critical blow in 51 minutes when Theo Hernandez Got a second yellow card for simulation after going down the box without contact. Was reduced to ten men, the home team admitted again when Julian Carranza found the net, sealing of feyenoords 2-1 aggregates Victory.
The reaction of the home told us: No boos, no applause—Able stunned silence when fans silently submitted and left the Dutch supporters to celebrate their unexpected triumph.
This defeat was made all the more painful by its preventability. Milan had a golden opportunity to secure an automatic place in the last 16 by beating Dinamo Zagreb In their final league match. But a Yunus red card contributed to one 2-1 Loss and forced the Italians into the playoffs where Feyenoord finally ended their campaign.
Christian Pulisic: “I never quarreled with the coach and I never asked to leave. I feel good with Milan and I want to continue to dress this shirt. Reading these lies is unacceptable, but we continue to remain united and fight together in the field, For the club …
Rumors of the dressing room Discord Force Milan and Pulisic to publish public statement
In the aftermath, Italian media began to report on adopted internal conflicts within the squad. Republic claimed that several players were dissatisfied with Concepticao’s management style that describes a climate of “Extreme tension” Although the coach had been at the helm for less than two months. Among the players claimed to be in violation of Conceicao were Christian Pulisik and Youssouf Fofana.
The most explosive claim centered on Pulisianwhich reportedly had an heated confrontation with Conceicao during half -time of Dinamo Zagreb match. According to the newspaper, the American wing even informed the club’s directors that he would seek a transfer in the summer if the manager remained responsible.
In the meantime, Fofana was said to be frustrated by his limited playing time and the coach’s obvious lack of confidence in him – a situation emphasized by his surprising omission from the starting lineup against Feyenoord.
But the story quickly took an unexpected turn when Rossoneri’s official (former twitter) The account published a direct response from Pulisian self. Such public denials are rare in football, and the 26-year-old’s quick and unambiguous statement immediately gives doubts about the credibility of the original report.
Patterns of error information?
This is not the first time the Italian press is accused of arousing controversy around AC Milan. In recent weeks, several media have repeatedly published incorrect predictions about the lineup, including claims to Pulisic, Rafael Leoand Joao Felix would be a bench for key matches – just for them to start. Even before the Feyenoord collision as well as sources such ase TMW, Calciomercato, Sky Italia, Corriere Dello Sport and Gazzetta Dello Sport Incorrectly reported it USMNT star would start on the bench.
Frustrated fans have been quick to encourage what they see as a deliberate attempt by the media to exploit Milan’s struggle for click. A supporter wrote: “I would take everything written now with a mountain of salt. Italian media are cursed. They lost their Milan source and they are kept pretty much in the dark. They try to move the pot but most, if not all, are just that they are sensationalist and cross -border. “
Another added: “Stop believing in everything you read. It is clear that the media saw the opportunity with our dramatic season and began to awaken some fake news just for clicks. “
Why the media backlash?
So why has the Italian press seemingly turned against AC Milan? Some supporters believe that the club’s decision to Tighten control of internal information Has frustrated journalists who once relied on leaks for exclusive buckets. Without reliable sources in the club, media may be it goes to speculation to fill the gap.
Others point to the broader culture of sports journalism in Italy, where tabloids and online platforms are often Driven by an relentless pursuit of readership. As a fan expressed it: “There is no agenda – they always work the same: questionable sources and newspaper editors who want to sell more copies.”
