The future of San Siro has finally been decided. On Monday, September 29, 2025, the Milan City Council approved the long-debated proposal to sell the iconic stadium and surrounding land to AC Milan and Inter Milan.
The vote was narrow. 24 councillors backed the sale, while 20 opposed it. Crucially, the abstentions of several members lowered the threshold needed for approval, tipping the balance in favour of the clubs.
Most councillors from the Democratic Party supported the proposal, though others voiced criticism of the decision and of the roles played by Inter president Beppe Marotta and Milan president Paolo Scaroni.
With the green light secured, the two clubs can now push forward with their joint vision: demolishing most of the existing structure to make way for a state-of-the-art stadium on the same historic grounds.
The new arena, projected to hold 71,500 fans, is expected to be ready by 2031 at a cost of around €1.2 billion. Amendments to the deal also highlighted requirements for accessibility compliance and stronger sustainability measures in the design.
The move marks the end of decades of uncertainty over San Siro’s future. Built in 1926, the legendary ground, home to countless unforgettable nights of Italian and European football, is now set to bow out almost exactly 100 years after its inauguration.
For AC Milan and Inter Milan, the sale ushers in a new era: one of private ownership, modern facilities, and a stadium designed to match the ambitions of two of Italy’s biggest clubs.