As Milan prepares for a crucial collision against Torinomanager Sergio Concepticao has raised concerns about key players’ condition, including American star Christian Pulisik. Since he missed Rossoneri’s match 18 January against Juventus Due to a muscle issue, especially Pulisic’s commitment has been carefully handled.
The 26-year-old has played limited minutes in recent league matches and leaves fans wonder If he will present in Saturday’s range. But despite speculation, Conceicao has now revealed the latest on USMNT ACE’s condition.
In his press conference before the match on Friday, Opinion provided fitness updates on multiple players, confirming that Pulisian is still not completely fit. Although the wing started both legs in Milan’s disappointment Champions League The playoffs against FeyenoordHe was replaced early in the second half of both matches. New league performances have also seen him come from the bench rather than start.
The Portuguese boss admitted that the American star Is not really ready to play a complete match yet. “Pulisic does not have 90 minutes in the legs,” mentioned Fertilization, the reported by Heaven Italia. “We work with it. At least for the style of play I want, he must be intense for a full 90 minutes. “
This revelation suggests it while Pulisian Is available, his minutes are likely to be carefully handled until he regains full match fitness. Although they no longer have European commitments, Milan will juggle both Serie A. and Italian cup. Thus it is important to maintain the player’s fitness, especially with three important league matches on the horizon – against it TorinoThe Bolognaand Lazio.
Controversy and cleansing of the air
In addition to fitness problems, Pulisian has recently been at the center of controversy. Italian media socket Republic reported that the American had collided with Opinion And even demanded that he or the coach leave the club in the summer. On Thursday Pulisian disproved public claims and called them “Unacceptable lies” And emphasized that there was no rift between him and the boss.
Opinion supported his player during Friday’s press conference, echoing Pulisian frustration over the false reports. “I continue to read lies and lies in the press. I don’t like this. Lies injured, and players today are active on social media, ” said Milan boss.
He emphasized the challenge of maintaining the squad morale in the midst of such rumors, and says, “Sometimes I also have to handle things that don’t belong to me, but that’s my group, and I have to handle it. Only with my group under the best conditions can I win. “
Will Pulisic start against Torino?
With fitness problems and latest distractions outside the field, the big question remains: Will Pulisic start against Torino? Despite Conceicao’s recognition that the wing is not ready for 90 minutes, reports from Heaven Italia Suggest that the American star is still expected to be named in start XI.
The predicted lineup for Milan’s form of 4-2-3-1 places him on the right flank, with Rafael Leao to the left and Joao Felix or Tijani Reministrators In the central attacking midfield role behind the striker Santiago Gimenez.
