Milan close in on deal with Markus Krösche

Milan are close to bringing Markus Krösche, a manager who has worked at Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig, into their set-up as their new football director. According to reports in the Italian press, a verbal agreement or agreement in principle has been reached between the club and Krösche. Statements made on Saturday evening by Fabrizio Romano and Gianluca Di Marzio also support this claim.

Gerry Cardinale also indicated that Krösche would join the club shortly. Cardinale said an official announcement would be made very soon and that it is expected to come before the Milan vs Inter derby.

Milan had wanted to sign Krösche since the summer. However, no agreement could be reached with Frankfurt during the summer transfer window. After the 2025/26 season ended, the club parted ways with Massimiliano Allegri, Igli Tare, Geoffrey Moncada and Giorgio Furlani and restructured its management structure. Massimo Calvelli is currently serving as CEO during this process.

Krösche is reported to have left his role at Frankfurt. According to some reports in Germany and Italy, Frankfurt would have to be paid compensation if Krösche takes up a new position before the summer of 2027. Milan are reportedly planning to officially appoint Krösche by early December.