San Siro Changes Hands
Today, November 5, is a historic date for Milanese football, marking the official transfer of the famous San Siro stadium to the joint management of AC Milan and Inter. After nearly 90 years, the football venue, previously owned by the Municipality of Milan, is finally handed over to the two clubs, who have agreed on a figure of approximately 197 million euros.
With the conclusion of this notary deed, a new era begins for San Siro and the clubs themselves, as they can now plan the construction of a new facility. The designs for the new stadium will be entrusted to the architectural firms Foster and Manica, with a completion time expected to be around five years. The new structure will rise next to the current San Siro, featuring a capacity of approximately 71,500 seats, slightly less than the current stadium’s 75,000, and will have two rings with curves sloped at 37 degrees.
An important aspect also concerns environmental impact: the new arena will be equipped with soundproofing systems aimed at alleviating issues for residents in the area. However, criticism and affection from fans for the historic structure, which will be demolished once the new construction is completed, are not lacking.
This transfer represents not only a structural change but also a significant opportunity for the two clubs to modernize and remain competitive at a European level. With direct ownership of the stadium, Milan and Inter can plan events and activities, thereby boosting their brand’s growth and revenue. It is clear that the stadium’s management will have significant economic implications for the future of both clubs.
