The Rossonero Legends

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Nelson de Jesus Silva

Regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in Milan's history, he was a key figure in the Champions League victories of 2003 and 2007. He produced decisive saves in the most crucial moments.

Franco Baresi

Legendary captain and symbol of Milan. He dedicated his entire career to the Rossoneri, becoming one of the greatest defenders of all time. The number 6 shirt was retired in his honour.

Paolo Maldini

The most iconic defender in football history. He dedicated 25 years to Milan, setting the all-time appearances record. The number 3 shirt was retired in his honour.

Alessandro Nesta

Pure elegance and defensive class. Arriving from Lazio, he formed one of the strongest defensive partnerships in football history alongside Maldini.

Alessandro Costacurta

Nicknamed "Billy", he formed one of the strongest defensive trios of all time alongside Baresi and Maldini. A loyal Rossonero for over 20 years.

Cesare Maldini

Father of Paolo, he was the Milan captain who lifted the first European Cup in 1963 at Wembley. A true Rossonero dynasty.

Gianni Rivera

"L'Abatino", 1969 Ballon d'Or winner. With unique elegance and vision, he was Milan's symbol for nearly twenty years.

Frank Rijkaard

Part of the legendary Dutch trio alongside Van Basten and Gullit. A complete midfielder, he dominated the game with power and tactical intelligence.

Andrea Pirlo

"The Architect", a master of set pieces and long-range passing. He reinvented the deep-lying playmaker role in front of the defence under Ancelotti's Milan.

Clarence Seedorf

The only player to have won the Champions League with three different clubs (Ajax, Real Madrid, Milan). Extraordinary physical power and technical quality.

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Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite

2007 Ballon d'Or winner, the last player other than Messi or Ronaldo to claim the award for years. Speed, technique, and spectacular goals made him a San Siro idol.

Ruud Gullit

1987 Ballon d'Or winner, a complete and charismatic athlete. Part of the Dutch trio that revolutionised European football under Sacchi's Milan.

Nils Liedholm

Nicknamed "The Baron", part of the legendary Swedish trio Gre-No-Li. An elegant playmaker who spent 12 seasons in Rossonero. As a manager, he led Milan to the Stella (10th Scudetto in 1979) and gave Paolo Maldini his debut.

Gennaro Gattuso

Gennaro Ivan Gattuso

"Ringhio", the warrior of Milan's midfield. Grit, heart and sacrifice made him a symbol of the Ancelotti era. He formed a legendary midfield partnership with Pirlo, also winning the 2006 World Cup with Italy.

Gunnar Nordahl

Nils Gunnar Nordahl

Milan's all-time top scorer with 221 goals. Part of the legendary Swedish trio Gre-No-Li. Nicknamed "The Fireman", he won the Serie A top scorer title 5 times, a record that still stands today.

Marco van Basten

Three-time Ballon d'Or winner, widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of all time. His career was cut tragically short by ankle injuries.

Andriy Shevchenko

2004 Ballon d'Or winner, a ruthless striker and fan favourite. His decisive penalty in the 2003 Champions League final remains etched in Rossonero history.

Filippo Inzaghi

"SuperPippo", the ultimate poacher. He scored a brace in the 2007 Champions League final in Athens. Milan's all-time top scorer in the Champions League.

George Weah

George Tawlon Manneh Oppong Ousman Weah

The first African footballer to win the Ballon d'Or and the FIFA World Player of the Year. Power, speed and class. His famous coast-to-coast goal against Verona in 1996 remains unforgettable.