Serie A side AC Milan has "requested more information about the subterranean landscape of Portello" before committing to building its new stadium, according to FOOTBALL ITALIA. The Rossoneri "were awarded the right to the land by Fondazione Fiera Milano last month," with plans to build its new 48,000-seat arena in the area across from Casa Milan. However, Gazzetta dello Sport reported that joint-CEO Barbara Berlusconi has sent a letter to Benito Benedini, president of Fondazione Fiera, "calling for a technical committee to be assembled." Diavolo board member Alfonso Cefaliello: “Faced with a big investment, we’re at the stage where we need some insight into the current conditions of the subsurface. It’s one aspect that could have a major significance in defining costs.” Gazzetta claimed that Milan’s intention "is still to press ahead with construction in the Portello area, but want to be sure of costs before signing the final contracts." Bee Taechaubol, who is set to acquire 48% of the club, "has not yet expressed an opinion on the project at Portello, but will reportedly meet with Barbara Berlusconi soon after completing his purchase of the shares" (FOOTBALL ITALIA, 8/5).
