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“Nothing makes sense anymore” – Boban claims Milan have ‘adapted to not having ambition’

By: Oliver Fisher Zvonimir Boban has slammed the current AC Milan ownership and management, stating that it is unrecognisable from his time. Since his rather toxic exit in January 2020, Boban has often been critical of his former club, especially…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
“Nothing makes sense anymore” – Boban claims Milan have ‘adapted to not having ambition’
Key Things to Know
  • Zvonimir Boban criticized AC Milan's current owners, claiming the club has adapted to having no ambition.
  • Boban argued that aiming solely for Champions League qualification is insufficient for a club of Milan's stature.
  • The former director stated that Napoli currently exhibits a stronger awareness and drive to win than Milan.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former AC Milan player and director Zvonimir Boban has sharply criticized the club's current ownership, RedBird Capital, claiming the team has adapted to lacking ambition. Speaking at the Festival dello Sport in Trento, Boban expressed frustration that the club seems satisfied with merely qualifying for the Champions League rather than competing for trophies alongside rivals like Inter and Juventus.

Boban contrasted the club's current state with Napoli's ambition, noting that it hurts to see Milan reduced to its present mentality. He also reflected positively on the club's history, recalling how manager Fabio Capello motivated the squad ahead of their famous 1994 Champions League final victory over Barcelona.

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