AC Milan’s Attack in 2026: Numbers That Demand Honest Analysis
One topic has been dominating discussions among Rossoneri fans and analysts in recent weeks: AC Milan’s offensive output in 2026. The league data, stripped of cup performances, paints a picture that deserves careful attention — and, above all, a concrete response ahead of the summer transfer window.
First and foremost: Milan sits second in the Serie A standings, which speaks volumes about the team’s overall solidity, defensive resilience, and the extraordinary contributions of midfielders like Adrien Rabiot and defenders like Strahinja Pavlović, both of whom have chipped in with crucial goals. But the attacking department is enduring a prolonged dry spell that cannot be overlooked.
The Scoring Drought: Player by Player
Let’s break it down individually, focusing exclusively on Serie A goals:
- Christian Pulisic: last goal on 28 December 2025. The American winger is approaching four months without a league goal — dangerously close to his personal club record for a scoring drought.
- Christopher Nkunku: last netted on 3 February 2026 against Bologna. Over two and a half months without a goal for the French forward, signed with high expectations.
- Santiago Giménez: the situation is even more concerning. The Mexican striker hasn’t scored in the league since 9 May 2025 — a drought approaching a full calendar year. Despite returning from surgery and featuring under Massimiliano Allegri — most recently late in the game against Verona — the centre-forward is still struggling to find his rhythm and the back of the net.
- Niclas Füllkrug: on loan from West Ham, his last goal came on 18 January 2026 against Lecce — a match-winner — but he has gone silent since. Three months without a league goal for the Colombian.
- Rafael Leão: paradoxically the most recent scorer of the group, having netted on 1 March 2026 against Cremonese. Still, fifty days without a goal is a figure worth monitoring for one of the squad’s most talented players.
An Attack That Must Find Solutions: Are the Answers Already at Hand?
As noted, despite this difficult stretch for the forward line, Milan remains firmly in the top two of Serie A. Credit goes largely to the defensive shape and the midfield’s goal contributions — a testament to the team’s overall structure and character. Out of five attackers, two — Pulisic and Giménez — have yet to score in the league in 2026; the other three last netted in January, February, and March respectively. It’s clear that something in the offensive mechanism needs to be fine-tuned.
The tactical context is also worth considering: Allegri has always leaned towards defensive solidity over attacking boldness. A philosophy that has delivered results, but one that may be constraining forwards accustomed to more proactive systems. Even when Milan attempted to play with two strikers — as seen in the Napoli match, with Nkunku and Füllkrug — the team did not click offensively, suggesting the issue goes beyond tactics and touches on fitness and individual confidence.
Looking ahead with optimism, two names stand out for bolstering the attack: Francesco Camarda, the talented young prospect on loan at Lecce who will return at the end of the season, and another profile currently with Milan Futuro who could be promoted to the first team. The Rossoneri academy continues to produce exciting talent.
Five Games to Prove Their Worth: An Opportunity to Seize
With just five matchdays left in the season, every attacking player at Milan has a golden opportunity — not only to contribute to the team’s final push, but also to make a personal case for their future at the club. The management will watch, evaluate, and make summer decisions based on what they see in these final fixtures.
The 2026-27 season promises to be even more demanding, with Serie A, the Champions League, and the Coppa Italia all on the agenda. A competitive squad with a prolific attack will be non-negotiable. Rossoneri fans are watching with confidence, ready to back whatever decisions the club makes to restore Milan’s firepower to the very highest level.
