Ex-Chelsea Manager Emerges as Top Contender to Replace Stefano Pioli at AC Milan After Ten Months without a Job

Introduction to the article
Former Chelsea boss, Antonio Conte, is the favorite to replace Stefano Pioli as the new manager of AC Milan, according to Italian media.

Conte’s turmoil as Spurs manager

Conte’s tenure as manager of Spurs ended in misery, leading to his dismissal in March of last year. However, he may soon make a return to management, with Pioli facing mounting pressure at AC Milan.

Conte’s previous link to Milan

Conte was previously linked to Milan last season when Spurs faced off against the Italian club in the Champions League, and his failure to secure a victory ultimately contributed to his departure from Tottenham.

Conte’s stance on midseason projects

Conte has been on record saying he will not accept a project halfway through a season, having regretted doing so when he took over Spurs in November 2021. However, his previous association with Milan’s rival, Inter, is not expected to hinder his chance of joining the Rossoneri, as Milan and Inter share a friendly rivalry known as the “derby of the cousins.”