Galliani: Monza’s promotion worth more than Milan’s Champions League

“It’s a powerful emotion. I’m leaving the club I’ve loved since I was five years old,” Galliani said.

“When my mother used to take me to the stadium in my city. I thanked the ownership that had offered me the role of President, but I can’t see myself in a club that doesn’t belong to Berlusconi or Fininvest.”

Galliani, a former Milan director who led the Rossoneri during the most successful years of their history, said that Monza’s historic promotion three years ago was worth even more than a Champions League title lifted by Milan.

“Even more. Milan had already won two before Berlusconi,” he said.

Galliani hopes Allegri wins Serie A title with Milan

“Monza had never been in Serie A. When the President promised it, some people smiled. Just like when he promised that Milan would become the World champions.”

Galliani has been linked with a return to Milan, but recently said he’d not take any role at San Siro. The 81-year-old, however, is confident that Allegri can win the Serie A title this term.

“Max is a great coach. I saw it clearly,” he said.

“When he was at Cagliari, I used to tell him: ‘You have the physique du role for Milan.’ Because to lead a big club, the presence matters. My dream is to win the league on the first try, like in 2010. He can do it. I’m optimistic. The Rossoneri directors made a spot-on choice.”