When Adrien Rabiot became linked to AC Milan in the summer, it was not a shock. In fact, most expected it. Now, though, it is clear to see why Massimiliano Allegri tried so hard to sign him. Adding Rabiot in the summer seemed like a guarantee when Allegri arrived. After all, the Frenchman is one of the Italian's favourite players and it is understandable why. With him in the team, the Rossoneri are noticeably better.
Allegri worked extensively with Parma's current CEO during his time at Juventus, on two different occasions. During Allegri's first spell at Juventus, Cherubini primarily held a leading role in the youth academy, and it was under him that the Juventus Next Gen project was born in 2018. Cherubini pioneered the creation of second teams, a project that later won over other Italian clubs including Milan.
There's no need to reassure me, you're trying to create something that doesn't exist. We talk, we're always in touch, and everything goes as usual, nothing special. I really think we've had great matches, playing very well and getting less and less,