- The TAR rejected the appeal against the San Siro sale.
- Inter and Milan reached a €197M agreement with the city of Milan.
- The project includes demolition of the current stadium and a new one on-site.
- Legal challenges continue but a key hurdle has been cleared.
San Siro Redevelopment Project Gains Momentum
The new San Siro project is now much closer to reality. On Wednesday, July 16, a critical legal hurdle was overcome as the Lombardy Regional Administrative Tribunal (TAR) rejected the request to suspend the sale of the stadium and surrounding areas. The appeal had been filed by the “Comitato Sì Meazza,” aiming to halt the proposed redevelopment.
TAR Ruling Clears Path for Inter and Milan
The dispute centered on whether a historical preservation order had already taken effect on the stadium’s second tier. While the committee claimed the order was active, the city and the court maintained that it takes effect on November 10, 2025. According to the judges, the preliminary opinion from the heritage authority (Soprintendenza) was not considered implausible, upholding the planned timeline.
Legal Challenges Not Over
Despite the positive ruling, the legal situation remains complex. Luigi Corbani, president of the committee, stated that the case is still active with the TAR, Court of Auditors, Public Prosecutor, and National Anti-Corruption Authority. The committee also intends to pursue a claim that the West stand already holds protected status, based on a 2023 opinion citing its commemorative plaques and significance.
€197M Deal Reached Between Clubs and Municipality
The second major development is the agreement reached between Inter, Milan, and the Milan city council. The two clubs and city officials have agreed in principle on the €197 million valuation for the stadium and its adjacent land, as determined by the tax authority. The municipality is expected to share in certain costs, such as site clearance and environmental remediation.
Time Is of the Essence
The deal comes at a crucial time. Inter and Milan are eager to build a modern stadium in the city, preferably together, to share the costs. The city, in turn, wants to avoid losing its iconic football tenants to locations like San Donato, where Milan had previously considered moving. Leaving the Meazza as an underused monument would benefit no one.
Protective Clause May Be Included
To safeguard the agreement, the final contract is expected to include a clause rendering the sale null and void if a court later rules that the preservation order had already come into force. While this reflects caution, all parties hope the legal complications will eventually fade and construction can proceed.
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