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Sources said on Friday that Bahrain-domiciled
asset manager Investcorp had entered into exclusive talks to
purchase Milan.
"We haven't talked about it and nothing will take away our
concentration on the championship semi-final," Pioli told a news
conference on Monday.
"The club is very close to us. I can say that Milan's present is
very solid and the future could be even better."
Milan failed to take advantage of several chances in the first
leg, which ended 0-0.
The neighbours are also vying for the Serie A title with leaders
Milan two points ahead of Inter, who have played a game less.
Pioli said the outcome of Tuesday's cup match would have no
impact on the title race.
"We know what our path is regardless," Pioli said. "Clearly
tomorrow is important because there is a final, we will do our
best. But we will have to try to win all the games regardless of
tomorrow night."
The manager added that defenders Davide Calabria and Alessio
Romagnoli could return for Tuesday.
"Calabria and Romagnoli, let's see today, Calabria had some
difficulties," Pioli said. "Romagnoli is a little better but
today will be decisive. (Matteo) Gabbia came out tired but I
think he will be there tomorrow."
The winner of Tuesday's contest will meet either Fiorentina or
Juventus in the final.
(Reporting by Aadi Nair in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter
Rutherford)
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