AC Milan appoint Vincenzo Montella as new manager

Football: AC Milan have announced the appointment of Vincenzo Montella as their new manager. Montella, who has previously managed Roma and Fiorentina, replaces Cristian Brocchi. 

A statement on the club's official website reads;

“Vincenzo Montella is our new coach, he has signed a two-year contract which begins on July 1." 

"It is the belief of the club that the style of play of the new Rossoneri Coach will be the basis of a fruitful and positive collaboration.

"A heartfelt thanks to Cristian Brocchi for the enthusiasm, preparation and intensity with which he approached his career as Milan coach with the youth team, the Primavera and the first team."