Inter and AC Milan Plan New 71,500-Seat Generali Stadium to Replace Iconic San Siro
The Italian giants announce ambitious plans for a modern stadium set to become a landmark in Milan.
Inter and AC Milan have unveiled their vision for a new 71,500-seat Generali Stadium, which is set to replace the beloved San Siro starting from the 2031-32 season 123. This move marks a significant step in the clubs' history, as they prepare to bid farewell to the iconic venue that has been a cornerstone of Italian football since 1926 123.
The new stadium, named after the insurance company Generali, will boast a seating capacity of 71,500, making it one of the largest in Europe 123. Construction is slated to begin in 2028 on the current site of San Siro, with the aim of creating a modern architectural marvel that will stand alongside the city's other landmarks 123.
The deal for the new stadium is reported to be worth €650 million over 20 years, with the clubs having already paid €197 million for the land and surrounding areas 23. This substantial investment underscores the importance of the project, not just for the teams but also for the wider urban regeneration efforts in Milan 23.
At a gala event held at Milan’s Castello Sforzesco, the plans for the Generali Stadium were officially announced 1. However, some fans expressed their reservations about the demolition of San Siro, a venue that has witnessed countless memorable moments in football history 1. Despite these concerns, the clubs are moving forward with their ambitious project, aiming to create a space that brings supporters even closer to the action 123.
The design of the Generali Stadium is inspired by the Duomo di Milano, featuring a distinctive X-frame structure and a sweeping double-curved roof 23. It will include two seating tiers forming a continuous 360-degree bowl, ensuring that all spectators have an excellent view of the pitch 23. Additionally, the stadium will offer enhanced accessibility and various seating options, catering to diverse needs and preferences 3.
The new stadium is part of a broader urban regeneration plan for the area, aiming to transform the landscape around it 23. Furthermore, should Italy and Turkey host the Euro 2032 tournament, the Generali Stadium will serve as a key venue for matches 13.
What we know
- - Inter and AC Milan plan to build a new stadium called Generali Stadium to replace San Siro starting from the 2031-32 season 123
- - Generali Stadium will have a seating capacity of 71,500 123
- - Work on the new stadium is scheduled to start in 2028 on the site of the existing San Siro stadium 123
- - Milan and Inter paid €197 million for the current San Siro stadium and its surrounding areas 123
- - The deal is worth €650 million over 20 years 23
- - The stadium will be called Generali Stadium 23
- - The stadium will hold 71,500 seats 23
- - Construction is expected to start in 2028 23
- - Plans for the new stadium were announced at a gala event held at Milan’s Castello Sforzesco 1
- - Some fans expressed opposition to the demolition of San Siro during the announcement event 1
- - The architectural design of Generali Stadium features a low profile with elevated sections at each end 1
- - San Siro, also known as Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, opened in 1926 and is considered one of Europe's most iconic football venues 1
- - The new stadium may serve as a venue for Euro 2032 if Italy and Turkey host the tournament 1
- - The stadium's design is inspired by the Duomo di Milano 2
- - The stadium's design includes two seating tiers forming a continuous 360-degree bowl 2
- - The stadium's architects are Foster+Partners and MANICA 2
- - The stadium project is part of a broader urban regeneration plan for the area 2
- - The San Siro stadium, currently used by AC Milan and Inter Milan, was built in 1926 2
- - AC Milan and Inter Milan purchased the land for the new stadium for €197 million 2
- - The deal is considered one of the largest stadium naming rights agreements globally 2
- - The stadium's design aims to bring supporters closer to the field 2
- - The current San Siro stadium will not be demolished until the new stadium is ready 3
- - The stadium will host UEFA 2032 Euro matches 3
- - The stadium design features a distinctive X-frame structure and a sweeping double-curved roof 3
- - The stadium will offer enhanced accessibility and various seating options 3
- - Inter and AC Milan will continue to share the new stadium as they do currently 3
- - The San Siro stadium has hosted numerous significant sporting and cultural events 3
Verification report
Likely accurate — probability of truth 79%, weighted across 27 claims from 3 independent outlets.
- confirmed Inter and AC Milan plan to build a new stadium called Generali Stadium to replace San Siro starting from the 2031-32 season. (93%)
- confirmed Generali Stadium will have a seating capacity of 71,500. (93%)
- confirmed Work on the new stadium is scheduled to start in 2028 on the site of the existing San Siro stadium. (93%)
- confirmed Milan and Inter paid €197 million for the current San Siro stadium and its surrounding areas. (93%)
- likely The deal is worth €650 million ($725 million) over 20 years. (85%)
- likely The stadium will be called Generali Stadium. (85%)
- likely The stadium will hold 71,500 seats. (85%)
- likely Construction is expected to start in 2028. (85%)
- likely The plans for the new stadium were announced at a gala event held at Milan’s Castello Sforzesco. (72%)
- likely Some fans expressed opposition to the demolition of San Siro during the announcement event. (72%)
- likely The architectural design of Generali Stadium features a low profile with elevated sections at each end, aiming to bring spectators closer to the action. (72%)
- likely San Siro, also known as Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, opened in 1926 and is considered one of Europe's most iconic football venues. (72%)
- likely The new stadium may serve as a venue for Euro 2032 if Italy and Turkey host the tournament. (72%)
- likely The stadium's design is inspired by the Duomo di Milano. (71%)
- likely The stadium's design includes two seating tiers forming a continuous 360-degree bowl. (71%)
- likely The stadium's architects are Foster+Partners and MANICA. (71%)
- likely The stadium project is part of a broader urban regeneration plan for the area. (71%)
- likely The San Siro stadium, currently used by AC Milan and Inter Milan, was built in 1926. (71%)
- likely AC Milan and Inter Milan purchased the land for the new stadium for €197 million ($230 million). (71%)
- likely The deal is considered one of the largest stadium naming rights agreements globally. (71%)
- likely The stadium's design aims to bring supporters closer to the field. (71%)
- likely The current San Siro stadium will not be demolished until the new stadium is ready. (70%)
- likely The stadium will host UEFA 2032 Euro matches. (70%)
- likely The stadium design features a distinctive X-frame structure and a sweeping double-curved roof. (70%)
- likely The stadium will offer enhanced accessibility and various seating options. (70%)
- likely Inter and AC Milan will continue to share the new stadium as they do currently. (70%)
- likely The San Siro stadium has hosted numerous significant sporting and cultural events. (70%)
Sources
- The Guardian Sport — Inter and Milan unveil plans for new shared stadium to replace San Siro
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/oct/29/inter-milan-generali-stadium-new-venue-san-siro-protests - ESPN Soccer — Sources: New Milan, Inter stadium gets $725M naming rights deal with Generali
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/50317859/milan-inter-new-stadium-generali-naming-rights-new-san-siro - CBS Sports — Inter and AC Milan unveil plans for new 71,500-seat Generali Stadium to replace iconic San Siro
https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/inter-and-ac-milan-unveil-plans-for-new-71500-seat-generali-stadium/