Milan circle back for Hardung and have agreement in principle with Krösche

AC Milan are reportedly working to hire former Eintracht Frankfurt sporting CEO Markus Krösche and current Frankfurt sporting director Timmo Hardung. Milan have reached an agreement in principle on personal terms with Krösche, who departed the Bundesliga side in September. The club had previously attempted to recruit both executives back in June following the departures of Igli Tare, Geoffrey Moncada, and Giorgio Furlani.

A potential hurdle remains Frankfurt's demand for €5m to €7m in compensation if Krösche takes a new role before summer 2027. While Milan are currently unwilling to pay that fee, negotiations are expected to continue. Meanwhile, Hardung remains under contract with Frankfurt, though his future may depend on who replaces Krösche.