Bologna Aim to Retain Sartori as Milan and Roma Circle

Bologna are keen to keep their sporting director Giovanni Sartori, but Milan and Roma are showing interest in the experienced football executive. Sartori’s impressive track record has made him a highly sought-after figure in Italian football.

Over his 32-year career, Sartori has been the architect behind several remarkable success stories. He built Chievo Verona from obscurity to the brink of Champions League qualification, laid the foundation for Atalanta’s miraculous rise during his eight-year tenure, and most recently, guided Bologna to a historic Champions League spot under Joey Saputo’s ownership.

Corriere dello Sport report how despite Bologna’s desire to retain Sartori, the lack of a contract renewal with just weeks left on his current deal has fuelled speculation about his future. At 68, Sartori is understandably exploring his options while enjoying his current role at Bologna, where he has considerable autonomy within the club’s budget constraints.

Both Milan and Roma have reportedly made initial contact with Sartori to gauge the possibility of an agreement. Milan holds a special place in Sartori’s heart, as he began his playing career in their youth academy before moving to Venezia. Roma, on the other hand, appeals to Sartori due to the Friedkin family’s willingness to invest and the opportunity to be part of a long-term revival plan alongside Claudio Ranieri.

The American-owned clubs are both in transitional phases, having changed managers this season. Sartori’s expertise in discovering global talent at competitive prices makes him an attractive prospect for both teams looking to restructure their football operations.

At Milan, Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s role as a technical director may influence the decision to bring in an Italian profile like Sartori to enhance the team. Similarly, Roma’s Ranieri is also considering Italian candidates to strengthen the squad. The positions of Geoffrey Moncada at Milan and Tiago Pinto at Roma are under scrutiny as both clubs contemplate significant internal restructuring.

There are also whispers in Verona that Roma might be considering Sean Sogliano, who has a contract until 2026 but could potentially be available once Hellas Verona’s new ownership structure is finalized. Sogliano has earned praise for his work in saving Verona from relegation last year through some astute January transfer window moves, despite financial constraints.

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