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Barbara Berlusconi Proposes Modern Milan Arena, Reflects on Father’s Legacy

Her Portello stadium plan emerges as the only viable solution to San Siro’s decay, emphasizing her late father’s optimistic vision

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Overview

  • Barbara Berlusconi recalled Silvio Berlusconi’s boundless optimism and his philosophy that shaped AC Milan’s winning identity
  • She highlighted San Siro’s dilapidated state, citing cramped seating, difficult access and substandard amenities
  • Berlusconi argued that renovating the current stadium is economically unfeasible and a new facility is necessary to remain competitive with Europe’s top clubs
  • Her Portello project, initially pitched twenty years ago, stalled due to institutional resistance despite its promise to revitalize the surrounding neighborhood
  • While serving on the boards of Fininvest and Teatro alla Scala, she said she has no plans to return to AC Milan’s leadership or pursue a political career