Milan CEO Ivan Gazidis was diagnosed with throat cancer.
AC Milan announced it in a note.
"On the basis of a vast series of tests and clinical investigations promptly carried out - it reads -, the doctors predict that he will recover completely.
Ivan will remain operative during the necessary treatments in specialized clinics, with the full support of the owners, of the president, Paolo Scaroni , and club management ".
"Of course, - Gazidis commented - there is never a good time for a cancer diagnosis. But fortunately it seems a very treatable form. A high-level medical team will follow me and I have the support of my loved ones and all colleagues and collaborators of the Club. I am confident, on the basis of all the first medical consultations, that the tumor will be treated successfully, with a complete recovery. My diagnosis - continues Gazidis - demonstrates the importance of regular medical checks, even if you do not have symptoms. I feel I can really encourage everyone to give priority to their health and not to underestimate prevention, even in the daily obligations of life and work ", underlined in a statement on the AC Milan website, the manager born in South Africa, 57 years old. in September. "We have a strong team,on and off the pitch - continued Gazidis - and I have full confidence in their ability to carry our Club forward in the coming weeks. See you soon and always Forza Milan ".