The charm has worn off: Why it has become logical for Iraola to reject Milan

AC Milan’s size and legacy alone are not enough to guarantee successful appointments. Recent struggles and a lack of structure reduce the appeal for top candidates. The situation around Andoni Iraola is framed by Massimiliano Allegri’s dismissal after failing to return Milan to Champions League qualification despite having chances. Milan then looked toward Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth and is seen as an excellent option. However, reports indicate Iraola may prefer staying in England with Crystal Palace, where an agreement could already be in place. The comparison is made to Allegri’s prior agreement with Napoli before he ended up at Milan.

"On the face of it, AC Milan should be able to appoint Andoni Iraola in their sleep. Yet, it would make little sense for him to join. When it comes to football clubs, Milan are one of the biggest. From a perspective of hearts - particularly ours - it doesn't matter that they have struggled in recent years, it doesn't matter that they haven't got a structure in place. However, it does, and we all know that, even if admitting that hurts."

"Legacy only takes you so far in negotiations and that is ultimately why certain things have to be in place to attract people. After all, a name that was at the top 20 years ago can fall a long way in the space of a season, let alone 20."

"To recap slightly, the Iraola situation has been a hot topic in recent days with Massimiliano Allegri being sacked. After all, he was meant to put the Rossoneri back amongst the big boys, back where they belong, back in the Champions League. Yet, despite his assurances all season, he failed to get them over the line. It was not due to a lack of chances, he had plenty. However, for whatever reason, he couldn't get his squad there. A failure. Unfortunately for him, there is no two ways of viewing it."

"So, the club's eyes quickly turned to the Premier League and overachieving Bournemouth coach, Andoni Iraola. Considering he is leaving the Cherries this summer, he stands out as an opportunity - a buzzword for Milan recently - as well as just being a fantastic coach. Tick. Tick. However, reports suggest that he was equally tempted by the idea of staying in England with Crystal Palace in a strong position. Suggestions have also emerged that he had the outlines of an agreement there, which can be enough to stop heads turning."

Read at SempreMilan