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GdS: Milan back into the red – why Cardinale plans to keep investing

By: Ben Dixon Yesterday, it was officially confirmed that AC Milan had ended last season in the red, but Gerry Cardinale will not change his new vision. Seeing that Milan ended the year in the red may bring on worries…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 10:30 AM
GdS: Milan back into the red – why Cardinale plans to keep investing
Key Things to Know
  • AC Milan returned to a financial deficit, but owner Gerry Cardinale plans to continue investing in the club.
  • Club president Paolo Scaroni confirmed the financial loss following Milan's failure to qualify for the Champions League.
  • The deficit was largely absorbed by shareholder equity after €176 million in injections from Elliott and RedBird in June.
The Story in 60 Seconds

AC Milan has returned to a financial loss after missing out on Champions League football, according to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport. Club president Paolo Scaroni confirmed the deficit, which is described as modest following previous three-year cumulative profits of €13 million. Despite the drop into the red, RedBird owner Gerry Cardinale reportedly plans to continue investing in the Italian club.

The financial shortfall was largely absorbed by shareholder equity following €176 million in injections from Elliott and RedBird in June. Cardinale intends to maintain funding to improve sporting competitiveness, increase Milan's long-term value, and support ongoing efforts to build a new San Siro stadium.

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