• AC Milan has sacked manager Sergio Conceicao after six months in charge.
• Conceicao led the team to the Italian Super Cup but finished eighth in Serie A.
• Massimiliano Allegri is tipped to return to the club following Conceicao's dismissal.

AC Milan has officially parted ways with coach Sergio Conceicao after just six months at the helm. Initially appointed in December, Conceicao lifted the Italian Super Cup in his second match, but league results quickly deteriorated, culminating in an eighth-place finish in Serie A, which left the club without European football next season. Milan expressed their gratitude to Conceicao in a statement, thanking him for his commitment and professionalism, particularly in leading the team to the club's 50th trophy, according to BBC, SCMP, and Reuters.

Despite a strong start, the disappointing end to the season saw AC Milan eliminated from the Champions League and experiencing a significant loss to Bologna in the Coppa Italia final. Conceicao's struggles in the league, including a playoff failure against Feyenoord, ultimately sealed his fate as manager. Furthermore, Milan's statement noted, “the club would like to thank Sergio and his staff for their commitment...,” reinforcing the respect held for Conceicao, according to BBC, SCMP, and Reuters.

With Conceicao's departure, reports suggest that Massimiliano Allegri, who previously managed the team from 2010 to 2014, could be poised for a return to San Siro. This potential rehiring reflects the club's desire to regain competitive stature following a lackluster season, as the team readies for upcoming challenges, as stated by SCMP and Reuters.