AC Milan bizarrely wanted to hire Novak Djokovic for specific non playing role

AC Milan is considering seeking help from Novak Djokovic as a mental coach. The 24-times Grand Slam champion is a big supporter of Rossoneri, and Milan owner Gerry Cardinales hopes to leverage that to make a move where Djokovic can work as a mental coach.

The Serbian tennis star frequently visits San Siro, and he was even seen at the ATP Finals last year in November in Turin with Milan stars Rafael Leao and Ismael Benacer. Djokovic also has a close relationship with Zlatan Ibrahimovic for several years, and the former Swedish footballer is now an advisor to the RedBird ownership group.

AC Milan is reportedly interested in bringing Djokovic on board for a mental and psychological support plan for the club's footballers. They would capitalize on the tennis player's proximity to the club to offer him a position after his retirement. While there have been no official discussions between owner Gerry Cardinale and Djokovic, there are thoughts of a role for him once his tennis career concludes.

Djokovic is widely recognized as one of the mentally strongest tennis players in history, often considered to have one of the best mindsets ever. Speaking about his psychological work as a tennis player during Wimbledon, Djokovic stated, “Mental wellness is an area people are paying more attention to and deservedly so.”

“I believe half of the mental work you need to put in is done before you even set foot on the court. If you fail to prepare, it is going to be a much more difficult mountain to climb and succeed on the court,” Djokovic said. “You need to be physically, mentally and emotionally stable to have a chance and I have to understand my body is responding differently than it was 10 years ago,” current world No. 1 added.

“This holistic approach is vital for all parts of your life. You need the right people around you, to eat well and if you try to suppress emotions, it will almost certainly surface on the court for me,” Djokovic said at Wimbledon last year.