Rangnick explains Milan snub after Austria contract extension

Ralf Rangnick extends his contract with the Austria national team and explains why he rejected the opportunity to move to Milan: ‘No clarity.’

The Austrian Football Federation has confirmed Rangnick’s contract extension until the end of 2027, with the agreement extended until 2028 if the Austria national team qualifies for the next European Championship.

Milan had contacted Rangnick to become the Rossoneri’s new technical director, but his extension as the Austria national team coach means he won’t be going to San Siro.

“We were contacted [by Milan] three weeks ago, and there were discussions,” Rangnick told Krone.at.

“I made it very clear from the start that I wanted clarity by the beginning of the World Cup, for me, the team, the country, the ÖFB, and my players. That was clearly communicated from the very beginning.”

Rangnick, a former Manchester United coach, insisted he saw “no clarity” from the Rossoneri, which contributed to his decision to remain in charge of the Austria national team.

“Those were very good and trusting discussions with the ÖFB [The Austrian FA],” Rangnick added.

“It was important to me that my staff remain on board. I only found out recently that everything is settled with my staff, which is why the decision was only made now.”

Milan are still looking for a new CEO, technical director, sporting director and coach after sacking Massimiliano Allegri, Giorgio Furlani, Geoffrey Moncada and Igli Tare at the end of the 2025-26 campaign.

The leading candidate for the coaching role is now ex-Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim who has reportedly been offered a two-year deal.