Krösche stays at Frankfurt despite Milan offer, reports say

Markus Krösche, the sporting director of Eintracht Frankfurt, has decided to stay with the German club, rejecting an offer from Italian giants AC Milan. Reports indicate that Krösche informed Eintracht Frankfurt of his decision, choosing to remain in his current role despite interest from the Milanese club for their 'Head of Football' position.

Krösche, 45, has been a key figure at Eintracht Frankfurt for five years, with a contract extending until 2028. During his time in charge, he has been credited with making astute transfer decisions, establishing himself as a top manager in Germany. However, the past season saw Eintracht Frankfurt miss out on Champions League qualification under coach Albert Riera, who was reportedly Krösche's preferred choice but proved to be a misstep.

AC Milan had reportedly considered Krösche as a candidate for a vacant position following a disappointing season. The Italian club has seen several departures, including their general manager, sporting director, and technical director, after failing to secure Champions League spots in Serie A. They have since appointed Rúben Amorim as their new coach, with former Frankfurt coach Oliver Glasner also having been mentioned as a potential candidate.