Cardinale’s €100m summer spend: Milan’s future rests on his sign‑off

AC Milan have completed the signing of Portugal international Gonçalo Ramos from PSG in a deal worth up to €70 million, while Lazio forward Mario Gila is undergoing a medical ahead of a €30 million transfer, bringing the Rossoneri’s summer outlay to roughly €100 million, owner Gerry Cardinale said he approves every cent.

"I’m the only one who gives the final green light on the transfer market," Cardinale told reporters, adding that no one at Milan has approval rights at any threshold apart from him. He emphasized, "I approve every single cent, and I’m the only one who gives the final green light on the transfer market."

Cardinale provided further insight in a fresh interview with Calcio&Finanza, reiterating that his power of approval is one‑sided. He stressed that while the management team makes recommendations, the ultimate decision rests with him alone.

The Rossoneri’s new management works "as a team", Cardinale said, noting that the coach and his staff contribute input but the final sign‑off comes from him. He repeated that "I approve every single cent" as part of the collaborative approach.

Ruben Amorim, the ex‑Manchester United boss, was unveiled with a three‑year contract at San Siro, replacing Massimiliano Allegri after the club missed the Champions League. Amorim’s arrival signals a fresh tactical direction under the owner’s financial oversight.

A photo captured Gerry Cardinale of AC Milan at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on SEPTEMBER 03, 2022, during a Serie A clash between AC Milan and FC Internazionale, credited to Marco Luzzani/Getty Images. The image underscores the club’s high‑profile summer activity in Italy.