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Elliott Management publish response as L’Équipe allege Milan-Lille links

By: Oliver Fisher Elliott Management have responded quickly after a report in France made accusations about their ownership of AC Milan and Lille. MilanNews note that the front page of L’Équipe – the largest sports newspaper in France and one…

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 9:30 AM
Elliott Management publish response as L’Équipe allege Milan-Lille links
Key Things to Know
  • Elliott Management denied allegations in L'Équipe concerning simultaneous management of AC Milan and Lille.
  • L'Équipe claimed seized messages showed Elliott managed both clubs between 2020 and 2022, violating UEFA rules.
  • Elliott stated Italian prosecutors recommended dismissing the matter without any charges being filed.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Elliott Management has issued a firm denial following an investigation published by French newspaper L'Équipe alleging improper multi-club ownership links between AC Milan and Lille. The report claimed seized communications indicated Elliott simultaneously managed both clubs between 2020 and 2022, potentially breaching UEFA rules through complex corporate structures.

In response, Elliott stated that Italian prosecutors reviewed the evidence and recommended proceedings be dismissed without charges. The investment fund emphasized that UEFA previously investigated the relationship, confirming Elliott functioned solely as a financier without decisive control or influence over Lille.

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