AC Milan is considering an internal promotion for the sporting director position, with Donato Lomonte being the likely candidate. This move comes as the club prepares for the arrival of Markus Krösche and Timmo Hardung, two high-profile German executives who will play a significant role in the club's sporting and market strategies. However, due to Italian regulations, they are not eligible to take on the sporting director role.

Lomonte, currently the head of scouting, is expected to take on the new role, which would allow the club to comply with Italian football regulations. The regulations require the sporting director to have a specific certification from the Italian Football Federation, which Krösche and Hardung do not possess. This internal promotion would enable the club to maintain its planned organizational structure while adhering to federal regulations.

The new leadership structure is set to begin a fresh chapter for AC Milan. The appointments of Krösche and Hardung are seen as key to the club's future success. Lomonte's promotion would be a strategic move, recognizing his work in the scouting department.

The club's decision will likely have a significant impact on the team's future performance. Milan fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome of these developments.