Conceicao will make his debut as Milan coach tonight in Riyadh in the semi-final of the Supercoppa Italiana against Juventus.
Sacchi wrote for La Gazzetta dello Sport: “It is not only the post-Fonseca era, but I would also say it is post-Pioli and post-Maldini, who won the championship together with one in the dugout and one as a manager.
“The situation is very difficult for several reasons. The first: Conceicao must train players who he did not choose and who may not be suitable for his football ideas.”
Sacchi added: “The best is always expected from Milan. The atmosphere is harsh, they want results and he doesn't have time to prepare the team, so he risks making it all a big mess. However, I believe he can succeed given one specific condition given his character.
“The directors must support him in everything. I will never tire of explaining that success starts at the top of the club, as an organization. From its history to its vision.
“I think I can say that Milan made a mistake when they signed Fonseca: he had disappointing experiences and they did not have full confidence in him. And when the going got tough, it became an avalanche.”
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