AC Milan Academy Latest News
Read the latest AC Milan Academy news: projects, stories and all the news from Milan football schools
www.acmilan.comHere’s a concise update on AC Milan’s Youth Sector as of mid-2026.
-
Overview: AC Milan’s Youth Sector continues to operate across multiple age groups, with the Primavera (under-19) unit forming the flagship of the academy. The system trains at Milanello and the Vismara Sports Centre, with the Primavera team competing in Campionato Primavera 1 and the Coppa Italia Primavera, and contributing players to first-team duties when ready.[2][8]
-
Leadership and structure: The Head of the Youth Sector has changed several times in recent years, with Angelo Carbone previously leading the setup and Vincenzo Vergine (and variants of the name) noted in reports as a key figure during transitions; Ignazio Abate has been involved with the Primavera squad, including UEFA Youth League performance, as part of the ongoing rebuild of the youth structure.[3][4][2]
-
Recent developments and aims: Reports from 2023–2024 emphasize strengthening the youth pipeline and exploring a potential “B-team” (U23) to bridge youth talent into the first team, mirroring models like Juventus Next Gen; AC Milan has expressed intent to bolster development and integration pathways for young talents.[4][3]
-
Competition and results: The Primavera squad remains a central focus, with attention to youth competitions and the UEFA Youth League; in 2025–2026 there were match reports and updates from Milan Youth Sector outlets and press coverage detailing results and progression in Primavera 1 and related tournaments.[8][9]
-
Resources and facilities: The academy continues to operate across Milanello and the Vismara center, providing training and development facilities for youth players, with the Primavera squad often training with the first team as part of exposure to higher levels of competition.[2][8]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest match results, notable player graduates, or chart the year-by-year leadership changes in the Youth Sector. I can also provide a brief timeline of the major projects like the proposed U23 team and any recent official statements from AC Milan about the academy.