According to reports from England, Newcastle United has singled out Paolo Maldini, the Milan legend, as a prime contender for their vacant sporting director position.
Maldini, renowned for his illustrious career as a defender, gained prominence in management during his tenure as a director at AC Milan from August 2018 to June 2023. During this period, he played a pivotal role in rejuvenating the club’s fortunes, leading them to reclaim the Scudetto. His adeptness in the transfer market was instrumental in acquiring key talents.
Following the recent departure of Dan Ashworth, who is poised to join Manchester United, Newcastle is actively seeking a replacement for the sporting director role. Tiago Pinto, recently available after his departure from Roma, has emerged as another potential candidate for the Magpies.
Mark Douglas of the i News reports that Newcastle aims to appoint a new sporting director before the onset of the summer transfer window. Maldini has been included in their shortlist of potential candidates, with the club acknowledging his successful stint at Milan.
Furthermore, Newcastle has reached out to Rui Pedro Braz from Benfica, Hugo Viana from Sporting Lisbon, and former Monaco director Paul Mitchell as part of their search for Ashworth’s successor.
Newcastle United performance and stats
Newcastle United
Newcastle United is currently 10th in the Premier League with 40 points.
In the last 28 games, it has won 12 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 12 times. In its last match, Newcastle United lost 3-2 against Chelsea.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 59 goals and conceding 48.
Newcastle United will play the next match in Premier League against West Ham United on Saturday 30th of March in Newcastle upon Tyne. The prediction is Newcastle United winning the match.
Milan performance and stats
Milan
Milan is currently 2nd in the Serie A with 62 points.
In the last 29 games, it has won 19 times, drawn 5 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Milan won 1-3 against Hellas Verona.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 55 goals and conceding 33.
Milan will play the next match in Serie A against Fiorentina on Saturday 30th of March in Firenze. The prediction is Milan winning the match.
