AC Milan

[Ode to Django]

AC Milans team isn't shite at all, on paper it's actually a very decent side with some quality youngsters, your De sciglio, Cristante Berlusconi handpicked Seedorf as his coach, so I expect him to be backed, but in my opinion it's more about tactics, only the backups need an overhaul Nocerino etc. but anyway very excited with Seedorf, love him to bits and I've always said he will be a great coach, he has everything.

 

[BerkeleyBernie]

AC Milans team isn't shite at all, on paper it's actually a very decent side with some quality youngsters, your De sciglio, Cristante Berlusconi handpicked Seedorf as his coach, so I expect him to be backed, but in my opinion it's more about tactics, only the backups need an overhaul Nocerino etc. but anyway very excited with Seedorf, love him to bits and I've always said he will be a great coach, he has everything.

Yeah, I agree, the players are good enough, it's the coaching/tactics that needs fixing.

 

[XaviMessiGirl]

AC Milans team isn't shite at all

Don't lie.

 

[Ode to Django]

been drinking ^

 

[XaviMessiGirl]

been drinking ^

So have you.

 

[AnfieldEd]

Milan have about 5 players of real class. The rest are dross and I include Kaka in the latter.

 

[Chainsaw]

Why Hernan Why???!!!

 

[Ode to Django]

Milan have about 5 players of real class. The rest are dross and I include Kaka in the latter.

Ed I like you, but you have some bizarre opinions, Kaka is probably the best player in the squad without shadow, he didn't turn shit just because mourinho didn't play him, I was always of the opinion he never lost it, and his play pretty much proved it

 

[Ode to Django]

AC Milan News ‏@Milanello

Seedorf: "First of all, I want to thank everyone for welcoming."

Seedorf: "I have come back home with the desire to work and enthusiasm in order to do this job in the best way."

Seedorf: "We're privileged here at Milan, and I have also told this to the players."

Seedorf: "We need to have enthusiasm, happiness and joy when when we train and play football."

Seedorf: "In these types of situations, you don't need to look at the Serie A standings. The objective is regain the right spirit."

Seedorf: "We're in a delicate situation, but the squad is compact and united, and this is a good foundation in order to get back on track."

Seedorf: "The psychological aspect is very important."

Seedorf: "We need time and we need the support from our fans, who will be amazing as always."

Seedorf: "I'm sure that the fans will give us the energy that we need, and I'm sure that the players will respond in a positive way."

Seedorf: "I feel well, and I have to thank everyone at Milan for that. It's great to be back after having spent 10 years here."

Seedorf: "When I looked into the eyes of the people here at the club, I saw their happiness, and that has motivated me even further."

Seedorf: "I will play with a 4-2-3-1 formation in order to get the most out of our offensive qualities."

Seedorf: "Milan's best matches in recent times have been when we have attacked and put pressure on the opponents."

Seedorf: "We need time, and things might change tomorrow. The philosophy of our playing style will be developed day by day."

Seedorf: "Balotelli is a very nice guy and we all know his qualities. I'm here to help him grow and improve. I'm optimistic."

Seedorf: "I still have everything to prove as a coach. I like challenges and I'm ready for this challenge."

Seedorf: "I'm happy and honored that president Berlusconi and Galliani have faith in me."

Seedorf: "I'm excited, and I'm happy that I can experience this adventure at my home here at Milan."

Seedorf: "We'll look forward, not at the past. We can grow and overcome difficult moments. We will see the glass as being half full."

Seedorf: "I have always been preparing for life after my playing career. I have never wanted to live a depressing life without football."

Seedorf: "I feel everything very intensely, so I can’t help but be happy and excited about this great opportunity."

Seedorf: "Racism is a cultural problem - it still exists everywhere in the world, but Milan have proved to be an innovative and brave club; and actions always speak louder than words."

Seedorf: "I've experienced a lot with Berlusconi and Galliani, and I’m happy to be back experiencing these emotions with them."

Seedorf: "NDJ? I met him when he was 8 and a ball boy for Ajax. He's a reliable person, and I'm happy to have him here."

Seedorf: "I have never had any problems with Van Basten; he's a part of Milan's history, and he made the difference."."

Seedorf: "I hope to see Van Basten at Milanello soon, so that he can tell the players about Milan's history and what the club is about."

Seedorf: "I want to get involved in the work with everyone at the club and revive the values ​​that have always distinguished this club."

Seedorf: "You're all aware of my friendship with Kakà. He's a friend, not a team-mate. I know that I can count on him as a person."

Seedorf: "@KAKA is an extraordinary player, and he can still improve after the problems he had at Real Madrid."

Seedorf: "I'm happy for Kakà, and I'm happy to have him here with me."

Seedorf: "Kakà is an example for everyone in the sqaud. He will help me with my work."

Seedorf: "I want to regain Milan's DNA - it's something that you can never lose."

Seedorf: "Milan might have been infected with a virus, but the antivirus has already arrived."

Seedorf: "It's easier to get a result when you play good football, so that's fundamental for us."

Seedorf: "I've seen many of the Milan matches so far. I'm convinced they deserve more points than they currently have. They deserve more."

Seedorf: "Tassotti has been and still is very important for the club. I really value him, and we are already working well together."

 

[DonAK]

Tank.

 

[Gohan]

Good too see he is willing to play 4-2-3-1 formation.

 

[Gilberto]

Here in The Netherlands, there is a lot of optimism but there are also a lot of doubters.
Here, Seedorf has always been known as 'smart' and 'a leader' and during his career as a player he was already nicknamed 'coach' by some people.
There are obviously a lot of pros and cons but in the end I think this is a good call by Milan.
Seedorf is a leader, brings in a lot of new and fresh ideas, is a club legend with a lot of credit and last but not least... Mario Balotelli has said that he looks up to him and was a big fan when Mario still was a kid, so Seedorf is THE man to motivate Balo.
People argue they should've brought in Van Basten as he has similar qualities to Seedorf and more experience. Another Person rumoured to become the coach was Maldini.
I'm curious to see how Milan will hopefully improve.

 

[AnfieldEd]

Ed I like you, but you have some bizarre opinions, Kaka is probably the best player in the squad without shadow, he didn't turn shit just because mourinho didn't play him, I was always of the opinion he never lost it, and his play pretty much proved it

Kaka turned shit before Mourinho ever got near him. I say that as a huge Kaka fan back in the day he was world class. I may be unlucky but for the various times I've watched Milan this season either in serie a or CL he's not been that good.

If he is as you say the best player in the Milan squad then Milan are in more trouble than I thought.

Milan should build the team around De Sciglio, Montolivo, Honda, De Jong and El Shaarawy. I would say Balotelli but he is too unstable to include in the nucleus of players to build upon.

Apart from that the rest of the squad needs major surgery. Milan haven't had a quality keeper since Dida. Abbiati and Amelia are not good enough. The rest of the back four apart from De Sciglio are dreadful.

Milan's best asset is the midfield. The solidity of Montolivo and De Jong with the addition of Honda and Kaka gives that creative spark too. Attack with Balotelli and El Shaarawy can be brilliant one day and a complete dud the next. Both have lots of quality though. But as I said Balotelli is too unstable to build the forward line around.

Apart from players though the first thing Seedorf needs to do is to give Milan back their identity again because for me that has been lost the past few years. I look forward to how he brings his technical expertise to the squad and how he implements this and whatever system he wants to play.

I think a huge turnaround in players will be a bad thing though. It needs to be a gradual process and I'd start at the back and get that right first. Midfield and attack can be fine tuned for now for 14/15. But the defence needs real reinforcement - IMO.

Players I'd target who'd I think would be attainable are:- Ricardo Rodriguez - left back currently at Wolfsburg. I actually hope Liverpool put a bid in for him in the summer but he is a great up and coming talent and has all the assets you could wish for, for a left back. Others in that position I'd go for are Criscito, Ansaldi, Monreal, Santon, Martins Indi. None of those should be out of Milan's price range.

Central defence I'd target the likes of:- Zouma, Papadopoulos, Abdennour, Agger, Coloccini, Otamendi, Lovren, Fazio, Matip, Mikel San Jose, Ginter. Again none of those should be out of your price range and all would offer improvement and stability in defence.

For GK I'd try and get one of Adler, Valdes, Begovic or Krul. Begovic would be the one I'd target.

Spend £25m on Begovic, Monreal and Papadopoulos (for example) and you'd have a much more solid defence.

The part above is of course realms of football management on my part but I am just using that as an example that Milan can improve their squad without spending big money and improve certain areas which for me needs improvement.

 

[Gilberto]

Kaka doesn't shine as often as he did but he still does, at least a couple of times per match still.

Honda is their new kaka though

 

[Ode to Django]

Here in The Netherlands, there is a lot of optimism but there are also a lot of doubters.
Here, Seedorf has always been known as 'smart' and 'a leader' and during his career as a player he was already nicknamed 'coach' by some people.
There are obviously a lot of pros and cons but in the end I think this is a good call by Milan.
Seedorf is a leader, brings in a lot of new and fresh ideas, is a club legend with a lot of credit and last but not least... Mario Balotelli has said that he looks up to him and was a big fan when Mario still was a kid, so Seedorf is THE man to motivate Balo.
People argue they should've brought in Van Basten as he has similar qualities to Seedorf and more experience. Another Person rumoured to become the coach was Maldini.
I'm curious to see how Milan will hopefully improve.

. From all the past players Van Basten, Rino, Maldini, Pippo. Seedorf has the ultimate personality to be coach and your right he will be the best coach for Balo because Seedorf has the character to relate to everybody, but Mario needs to help himself, either way I prefer Pazzini as CF.

Kaka turned shit before Mourinho ever got near him. I say that as a huge Kaka fan back in the day he was world class. I may be unlucky but for the various times I've watched Milan this season either in serie a or CL he's not been that good.

If he is as you say the best player in the Milan squad then Milan are in more trouble than I thought.

Milan should build the team around De Sciglio, Montolivo, Honda, De Jong and El Shaarawy. I would say Balotelli but he is too unstable to include in the nucleus of players to build upon.

Apart from that the rest of the squad needs major surgery. Milan haven't had a quality keeper since Dida. Abbiati and Amelia are not good enough. The rest of the back four apart from De Sciglio are dreadful.

Milan's best asset is the midfield. The solidity of Montolivo and De Jong with the addition of Honda and Kaka gives that creative spark too. Attack with Balotelli and El Shaarawy can be brilliant one day and a complete dud the next. Both have lots of quality though. But as I said Balotelli is too unstable to build the forward line around.

Apart from players though the first thing Seedorf needs to do is to give Milan back their identity again because for me that has been lost the past few years. I look forward to how he brings his technical expertise to the squad and how he implements this and whatever system he wants to play.

I think a huge turnaround in players will be a bad thing though. It needs to be a gradual process and I'd start at the back and get that right first. Midfield and attack can be fine tuned for now for 14/15. But the defence needs real reinforcement - IMO.

Players I'd target who'd I think would be attainable are:- Ricardo Rodriguez - left back currently at Wolfsburg. I actually hope Liverpool put a bid in for him in the summer but he is a great up and coming talent and has all the assets you could wish for, for a left back. Others in that position I'd go for are Criscito, Ansaldi, Monreal, Santon, Martins Indi. None of those should be out of Milan's price range.

Central defence I'd target the likes of:- Zouma, Papadopoulos, Abdennour, Agger, Coloccini, Otamendi, Lovren, Fazio, Matip, Mikel San Jose, Ginter. Again none of those should be out of your price range and all would offer improvement and stability in defence.

For GK I'd try and get one of Adler, Valdes, Begovic or Krul. Begovic would be the one I'd target.

Spend £25m on Begovic, Monreal and Papadopoulos (for example) and you'd have a much more solid defence.

The part above is of course realms of football management on my part but I am just using that as an example that Milan can improve their squad without spending big money and improve certain areas which for me needs improvement.

I agree with most of what you said & the team shouldn't be built around Kaka, but he is still the man. I remember the times you said you didn't rate Thiago Silva
sorry eddy, happy birthday though