Romano claims Iraola has not rejected Milan yet: “That’s not what we’re talking about”

Andoni Iraola seems to be slipping out of AC Milan’s grasp, though Fabrizio Romano has suggested all is not lost yet.

In the 48 hours that followed Monday’s huge bombshell regarding the sacking of Massimiliano Allegri along with Igli Tare, Giorgio Furlani and Geoffrey Moncada, Iraola became the red-hot favourite to become the new coach of Milan.

What has filtered from sources inside the club is that they want someone who is basically the opposite of Allegri, with a more proactive and entertaining style of play. Iraola fits the bill and was in talks, yet last night La Gazzetta dello Sport claimed he has chosen Crystal Palace, for a few reasons.