"Berlusconi arrived by helicopter on a very cold morning, there was snow in the alleys of Milanello. He introduced himself very simply and directly. He used few words, focusing instead on organising the work needed to transform the club into a modern one in just a few months. He brought us players a gift of a silver Cartier chalice. A few months later, when he gathered us at Pomerio Castle before Arrigo Sacchi took over as coach, he gave us the famous mission: t"
"At Milanello, we were all anxious and curious to follow the rumors to see how the deal would end. Silvio Berlusconi already enjoyed a brilliant reputation as a successful entrepreneur, and without even knowing him personally, we were desperately rooting for him. We were at the end of the tunnel, that's how we felt. And I remember a significant detail."
Silvio Berlusconi completed the purchase of Milan forty years ago and led the club until April 2017, during which the club won 29 major trophies. Franco Baresi played twenty seasons with Milan, amassed 719 official appearances, and featured in most honours including six Scudetti and three European Cups/Champions Leagues. Baresi now serves as honorary vice-president. Before the takeover, Milan faced financial strain and Milanello hosted events to raise funds. Berlusconi arrived by helicopter during snowy conditions, prioritized rapid modernization, presented a silver Cartier chalice to players, and later gathered the squad at Pomerio Castle ahead of Arrigo Sacchi's appointment.
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