Milan City Hall Approves San Siro Sale to Inter and AC Milan
Milan city hall has approved the sale of the iconic San Siro stadium to Inter and AC Milan for €197 million (RM972 million). The sale, which ended a heated 11-hour debate, received 24 votes in favour and 20 against. The clubs aim to demolish the historic stadium and build a new 71,500-capacity arena on adjacent land, with the project set to be completed by November 10 to avoid a public building protection order.
The new stadium will be designed by renowned architectural firms Foster and Partners, led by Norman Foster, and U.S. firm Manica. Foster and Partners, known for their innovative designs, will collaborate with Manica to create a state-of-the-art news facility. While specific details about the planning of adjacent facilities are not yet available, the architectural firms are expected to deliver a design that meets the clubs' and fans' expectations.
The sale pleases the Italian football federation (FIGC), as Milan is now a strong candidate for hosting Euro 2032 matches. Currently, only one of Italy's 14 potential stadium candidates meets Uefa's criteria, making the new San Siro a significant asset for the country's football scene. Inter and AC Milan will continue playing at the current San Siro until 2031, when the new stadium is expected to be completed.
The sale of San Siro to Inter and AC Milan marks an exciting new chapter for both clubs and Italian football. With the backing of Milan's mayor Giuseppe Sala and the FIGC, the clubs can now focus on delivering a world-class stadium that will not only serve their fans but also potentially host prestigious international news events like Euro 2032.
