Lazio vs Milan: Allegri Prepares for the Olimpico Challenge
AC Milan continue their preparations at the Milanello training centre in Carnago ahead of a tricky away trip to face Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. The atmosphere promises to be electric: Lazio supporters have announced a massive return to the stands complete with a special choreography exclusively for this fixture against the Rossoneri. After weeks of boycotting home matches in protest, the Biancocelesti faithful will pack the Olimpico solely for this game before resuming their absence until the end of the season.
Probable Lineup: Yazıcı Set to Start in Midfield Replacing Rabiot
The main selection headache for Massimiliano Allegri revolves around replacing the suspended Adrien Rabiot. According to the latest training indications from Milanello, the Italian manager is expected to hand Jashari the nod over Ricci, slotting the Turkish midfielder into the engine room alongside Luka Modrić and Youssouf Fofana. It represents a fine opportunity for the former Lille man to stake his claim in a high-profile match.
The other selection battle still to be settled concerns the left flank, where Estupiñán and young Italian prospect Davide Bartesaghi are vying for a starting berth. The rest of the lineup should closely mirror the one that delivered a memorable derby victory over Inter.
Gabbia and Loftus-Cheek Still Sidelined, Gimenez Fit Again
Matteo Gabbia and Ruben Loftus-Cheek remain unavailable as they continue their respective recoveries. The encouraging news comes from Santiago Gimenez: the Mexican striker has recovered and the medical staff will assess whether to include him in the squad for the trip to Rome. His return would give Allegri a valuable extra attacking option for what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.
Maurizio Sarri’s Lazio are always a tough proposition at home, and Milan will need to be fully focused to emerge with a positive result in a hostile environment.
