Pioli exits as AC Milan manager after poor season

Stefano Pioli has left his role as AC Milan manager, the Serie A club announced on Friday, after a season of disappointing results.

The 19-time Italian champions will finish in second place this season, a significant way behind champions Inter Milan, and had a lacklustre run in the Champions League and the domestic cups.

"AC Milan extends heartfelt thanks to Stefano Pioli and his entire staff for leading the first team over the past five years, securing an unforgettable League title and re-establishing AC Milan's consistent presence in the top European competition," the club said.