Santiago Gimenez arrived at Milan In the midst of great expectations, and for a brief moment he looked to deliver on them. The Mexican forward had a dream start and scored goals Three goals in their first seven performances For Rossoneri and quickly won the fans’ hearts.
Since his arrival in Italy, Gimenez has worked hard to integrate into life in San Siro. On the pitch he quickly made an impact. His debut in Coppa Italia saw him help Joao FelixAnd in his first Serie A match against Empoli he found the back of the net after coming from the bench.
More goals followed, including one in Rossoneris, ultimately disappointing Champions League collision against Feyenoord. His target-minute relationship has been strong, Outpacing previous Milan Strikers as Alvaro Moratathat struggled to make their mark.
But in recent weeks, the 23-year-old’s form has decreased. He has failed to score in the club’s last three league matches, with his only latest contribution to help for Rafael Leao in a draw against Bologna. With Milan’s season discovered –A slip down Serie A table, elimination from Europe and tactical uncertainty– The Mexican striker has been caught in the middle of the crisis.
Notwithstanding, There is still faith in him. He remains Milan’s first election striker, and while the red and blacks have suffered, his determination and work level In the field has not been questioned.
What did Sergio Conceicao say about Santiago Gimenez?
With Milan who fights, questions have been raised about Gimenez’s latest dip in shape. Does he still recover an injury? Has he struggled with the transition to Italian football?
Milan’s manager Sergio Concepticao dealt with the concern for their upcoming collision against Leccewhich offers a measured response to the criticism Gimenez has met. “He works. He has come to a new league, and it is not easy at all – it is different in Italy. There is always a period of adaptation, it is perfectly normal. We have not castrated his quality by putting a player next to him. “
“We work with it and he is very focused on his work. He has had a good week of training. I have seen many players who have come to Italy, see [Mateo] Rategui, and they initially fought. It is not easy to get to Italy and score 15-20 goals directly. He wants it, and I want it too, but he works. “
Way to redemption
Milan’s season has gone from bad to worse and their Hopes of securing European football is now resting on a strong finish to the Serie A campaign. While the Champions League can be out of reach, a Europa League or Conference League site is still possible. In order for this to happen, Santiago Gimenez must rediscover his goal coring.
His number during the first weeks during Conceicao indicates that he has the ability. What he needs now is goals that really matters –match -winning strikes that take in three points. Gimenez is still a key figure not only for Serie A Giant’s gift but for its future.
The The club’s global following has grown with its arrivalAnd Milan has received increased media coverage from Mexico and South America. Forward’s presence in the squad is an investment for the club, not only when it comes to goals but also when it comes to expanding the club brand.
