Milan director Paolo Maldini explained why the Rossoneri are not yet ready for the Champions League. "Milan lost a two-legged tie to Inter in the Champions League semi-finals.
"De Ketelare is one example of a player who needs to improve. It would be easier and cheaper for us to invite a player like Paulo Dybala. But would he be the right player for our project? No.
We have an idea and we want to create a young and talented team. Signing young players is risky. Tonali had difficulties in his first season; the same thing happened to de Ketelare this year. But this is our view of football, our view of investment. This is a common view with the owners of the club. If I wanted to have a stronger squad, I would have made a different choice in the market. We have a project that we are developing together. We need time. Who knows the great history of Milan better than me?" Maldini was quoted as saying by Sky Sport Italia.