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AC Milan names Massimo Calvelli as CEO as it goes "in house" in bid to restore winning culture
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
AC Milan named Massimo Calvelli as chief executive officer on Friday in a bid to “bring a winning culture” back to the club.The 51-year-old Calvelli replaces Giorgio Furlani, who was fired by U.S. owner, RedBird Capital Partners, last month as it cleaned house after what it deemed “an unequivocal...
Key takeaway The 51-year-old Calvelli replaces Giorgio Furlani, who was fired by U.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The appointment of Massimo Calvelli as CEO of AC Milan may seem like a distant development, but it holds relevance for San Antonio 's own sports landscape. As the city continues to grow and attract new businesses and investments, the importance of effective leadership in restoring a winning culture cannot be overstated. Calvelli's experience in driving organizational change and innovation, as well as his background in professional sports, make him an intriguing figure to watch. San Antonio's own teams, such as the Spurs, may take note of Calvelli's approach to fostering a culture of collaboration and professionalism. Furthermore, the city's thriving soccer community, with its own professional and amateur leagues, may be interested in the implications of Calvelli's appointment for the sport as a whole. As San Antonio navigates its own sports trajectory, the lessons learned from Calvelli's tenure at AC Milan could have valuable applications in the local context.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? AC Milan named Massimo Calvelli as chief executive officer on Friday in a bid to “bring a winning culture” back to the club.The 51-year-old Calvelli replaces Giorgio Furlani, who was fired by U.S. owner, RedBird Capital Partners, last month as it cleaned house after what it deemed “an unequivocal...
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