Milan Head coach Sergio Concepticao Make bold decisions before Saturday’s Series a collision against Hellas Verona on San Siro. After a disappointing 1-0 loss to Feyenoord in the Champions LeagueThe Portuguese tactician will rotate vigorously, especially in attack.
The biggest surprise? Christian Pulisic will not only be left outside the starting lineup, but Rafael Leao and Joao Felix is also expected to start the game on the bench. Conceicao’s game is an estimated, with Milan’s crucial returning legs against Feyenoord who penetrates on Tuesday.
Reports from La Gazzetta Dello Sport Confirm that Pulisic does not start Due to minor fitness problems. Although not seriously damaged, the American has to do with bruises and fatigueprompts the Portuguese boss to Choose caution And rest him before the Champions League -Showdown.
Corriere Dello SportWhile echoing these reports and emphasizes that American is not 100% and would be better suited for a replacement role tonight. But the 26-year-old is still expected to be available from the bench if needed.
Heaven Italia further confirms it His absence will see Samuel Chukwueze enter the starting lineup on the right wing. The Nigerian forward, who has been fighting for consistent playing time this season, now has an excellent opportunity to impress.
Conceicao’s tactical revolution: Leao and Felix also lost
Perhaps even more surprising than Pulisic’s omission is The decision to Bench Rafael Leao and Joao Felix. Leao, generally regarded as Milan’s most explosive attacking talent, is reportedly not in top physical conditionand Conceicao is unwilling to take any risks before Tuesday’s European decisions. Instead, the latest workouts suggest January -signing, Riccardo Sottil starts on left wing in his place.
In the meantime, Joao Felix is also expected to sink to the benchwith the manager exploring alternative midfield sets. Tijjani Reijnders is tipped to take over in Central attacking rolewhile Yunus Musah could be placed just behind the strikerOffers more defensive stability.
This changeover signals a clear Change in Milan’s attacking approach After their struggle in Rotterdam. Against Feyenoord, Rossoneri lacked creativity and efficiency in front of the targetwith their attacking stars that do not affect. Now Conceicao requires an answer.
Milan’s probable start xi vs. Hellas Verona
Conceicao is expected to stick to his preferred 4-2-3-1 FormationWith only the attacking line undergoing major changes: Maignan; Walker, Thiaw, Pavlovic, Theo; Musah, Fofana; Chukwueze, Reijnders, Sottil; Gimenez.
