Milan lost 1-0 in Rome in the showpiece on Wednesday, thanks to a second-half goal from Dan Ndoye, who netted on the rebound

Christian Pulisic looked on in frustration as another chance to salvage Milan’s season slipped away in the Coppa Italia final. But what unfolded in Rome may instead mark the beginning of a new era—one without the man currently on the Rossoneri bench.

Change is desperately needed, and Conceicao’s departure comes into this, something which may be a regret in the future. However, last night’s loss to Bologna made the future clear – a ‘sad farewell’ inevitable, as Tuttosport (via Milan News) writes.

Sergio Conceição’s time at AC Milan is coming to an end. Appointed in December to replace Paulo Fonseca, the Portuguese coach has failed to turn the tide, and according to Fabrizio Romano, the club has decided to part ways with him at the end of the season,

Sergio Conceicao admits Milan ‘could’ve done more in the second half’ of their Coppa Italia Final defeat to Bologna, but did not want to ‘seek alibis’ with some refereeing decisions.These

As part of the pre-match pageantry, the playing squad and staff of both AC Milan and Bologna went to meet with Sergio Mattarella, who is the President of Italy. After leaving the palace they each spoke to journalists, with MilanNews relaying Conceicao’s speech.