The legendary Italian footballer is rumored to become the sporting director of Manchester United

The legendary Italian footballer and former AC Milan player Paolo Maldini could become the sporting director of Manchester United, according to The Telegraph.

According to The Telegraph, a major revamp is planned at United if the club is sold to billionaire Jim Ratcliffe.

Maldini's previous role was at AC Milan in the same position, where he worked from 2018 until June 2023. The 55-year-old spent his entire playing career with Milan. In August 2018, Maldini was appointed as the club's director of development and, a year later, took on the role of technical director. The Italian won the Best European Manager award at the Golden Boy Awards 2022.

Earlier reports indicated that Saudi club Al-Ittihad was interested in appointing Paolo Maldini as their coach.