AC Milan confirmed in an official statement this week that it has mutually agreed with adidas to prematurely terminate their technical sponsorship deal at the end of the season 2017/2018.

The current partnership began on 1 July 1998, although they first started partnering AC MIlan in 1978-79.

The partnership since 1998 has been highlighted by a consistent flow of trophies including two UEFA Champions Leagues, one FIFA World Club Cup, two European Super Cups, three Italian League titles, three Italian League Super Cups, one Coppa Italia.

AC Milan revealed it will announce a new Technical Partner soon.

The club said: "AC Milan has signed a brand-new agreement with a sports manufacturer for a global technical sponsorship and dual branded licensing partnership that will start from 1 July 2018.

"The identity of the new Technical Partner and the details of the new deal will be unveiled in the coming months."