Inter chief executive Beppe Marotta has stated that defender Milan Skriniar will no longer wear the team captain’s armband. The disclosure came through DAZN’s coverage of the club’s statements.
One day earlier Skriniar had signaled his intention to pursue his career elsewhere, confirming that his future would be with Paris Saint-Germain. This development marks a significant shift in Milan’s leadership on the field and in the locker room, as well as in the club’s strategic planning for the season ahead.
Marotta described the exit of the captaincy as a sad moment, noting that Skriniar’s choices as a footballer play a decisive role in such transitions. He emphasized that the player holds the right to negotiate and determine his own path, and he acknowledged that the club must align around shared values rather than depend on a single captain. The decision, he explained, means Milan will operate without a traditional captain going forward, opting instead for a collective model that reflects the club’s current philosophy and unity of purpose.
Throughout this season, Skriniar has endured a goalless streak over 19 appearances, a dry spell that has drawn scrutiny from fans and analysts alike. Having joined Milan in the 2017-2018 campaign, the Slovak international has been a fixture at the Rossoneri for several seasons, contributing in defense, leadership, and experience even as goal-scoring numbers have eluded him. Market analysts, including Transfermarkt, place Skriniar’s valuation around €60 million, underscoring his status as a highly valued central defender in European football.
In related headlines, Bayern Munich’s manager Julian Nagelsmann has been rumored to be weighing a potential change in leadership within his squad, with discussions framed around whether goalkeeper Manuel Neuer might be relieved of the captain’s duties at the end of the season. This contemplation by another major European club highlights how captaincy can become a sensitive and strategic matter, influencing team dynamics, morale, and on-field communication.