The key reasons why Antonio Conte is not an option for Milan

A vocal section of the AC Milan fan base are calling for Antonio Conte to become the new head coach, but La Gazzetta dello Sport believes that there are a number of reasons why it will not happen.

According to the newspaper (seen below) Conte is ‘not a concrete option at the moment’ for Milan in their search to replace Stefano Pioli. Conte is very attracted to the idea of coaching Milan but for now the club has oriented itself towards different profiles.

This is probably also considering the fact that the Italian in the past has asked to work with ready-made stars with big salaries and the way that he departed both Juventus and Inter was far from quiet.

Moreover, the paper claims that Milan are looking for an international coach, with a recognisable style of play, who is good at working with young players, in line with the club’s project.

They want someone who will show ambition but also acting within the parameters of sustainability. In other words, these are things that tend to be the direct antithesis of what Conte asks for and has asked for from the leaders of the clubs he has been at.