Kaka wishes 'at least certain element' of San Siro is saved at new stadium

Former Milan midfielder Kaka hopes that “at least certain elements’ of San Siro is saved, and that FFP is holding Milan back.

The Brazilian gave a lengthy interview to La Gazzetta dello sport ahead of the Milan derby and discussed issues surrounding both sides of the city.

Inter and Milan are looking to build a new stadium in order to compete with the biggest sides across Europe.

“My wish is that they manage to save at least some architectural elements of San Siro,” said Kaka.

“I understand that football is a business, but feelings cannot be stopped, something should remain of the stadium.

“The Maracana has changed many times and is no longer the same, but there is still history behind it.”

Both sides have changed ownership since Kaka played for Milan, and the former midfielder says both sides need to spend money if they are to return to the upper echelons of the European game.

“There are many economic problems with Milan, but I see that their position in the table has improved.

“However I wish that above all that the owners of Milan, and Inter, start to invest in order to return to the top level.

“The moment is now, both clubs are historic teams, Milan is a beautiful city and Italy is a wonderful country. It makes me sad that we don’t see the Milanese teams in the latter stages of the Champions League.

“I believe that it is a vicious cycle, with the revenue from the Champions League, you can buy better players and return to the highest level.”

The Rossoneri have constantly stated that they are under financial fair play restrictions, and are limited in their spending power, but Kaka says you have to spend.

“I understand that [about FFP], but if you don’t invest enough then you can’t have a quality team, and therefore don’t qualify for important tournaments. It’s vicious cycle.”

Kaka had been linked with a return to Milan as a director, but says now isn’t the time.

“I have the desire to return, but the time isn’t correct. I would like to work with Paolo Maldini and Zvonimir Boban, to help the club, and improve everything.

“However it’s not the moment to leave Brazil. For now I will follow the derby from far away."