Stefano Pioli remains elusive about his future following Inter’s victory over AC Milan to secure the Scudetto.

AC Milan manager Stefano Pioli has acknowledged that the rest of Serie A must raise their game in order to close the gap on newly crowned champions Inter Milan. Inter currently sit 17 points ahead of Milan with seven games remaining, and Pioli believes that the gap between Inter and the rest of the league is evident.

Speaking after the game, Pioli praised Inter’s exceptional campaign, highlighting their strength and consistency. He admitted that Milan dropped points in crucial matches and lacked the necessary consistency to challenge Inter. Pioli emphasized that if the gap between Inter and the chasing pack is so significant, it indicates the strength of Inter as a team and the need for others to step up their performance.

The defeat to Inter marks a challenging period for Milan, which also saw them eliminated from the UEFA Europa League by fellow Serie A side Roma. Pioli expressed disappointment with their performances in the Europa League matches, stating that they fell below their standards. He described the derby against Inter as balanced and unfortunate, with Milan being unlucky not to secure a positive result.

Despite the recent setbacks, Pioli remains focused on raising the morale of his players and ending the season on a high note. He acknowledged the pain of the derby defeat but emphasized the importance of regaining confidence for the upcoming matches. Pioli expressed his desire to continue as Milan’s manager, highlighting the team’s potential for improvement. He referenced the media’s doubts about Inzaghi’s future 14 months ago and the subsequent success he achieved, suggesting that similar progress is possible for Milan.

The Europa League exit and the gap to Inter have fueled speculation about Pioli’s future at San Siro. However, the Milan boss stated that he is happy at the club and believes there is room for improvement. He indicated that discussions about his future will take place at the end of the season, once the team’s overall performance has been assessed.