Amorim’s Milan Make Their Friendly Debut: Glasgow Awaits
The match against Celtic in Glasgow marks AC Milan’s first competitive outing of the season under Rubén Amorim. A summer test that goes beyond the result itself — this is the opportunity for the Portuguese manager to gather his first real technical and tactical impressions ahead of the official campaign. The friendly serves as an early look at what’s working in the new system and what still needs to be sharpened.
Amorim’s Plan: A Rotation-Heavy Approach
According to reports, Amorim has opted for a flexible squad management strategy: multiple substitutions are expected throughout the match, with a mix of players appearing in both halves. An understandable decision, given the number of absences still weighing on the squad at this stage of pre-season.
Among those called up are familiar names such as Matteo Gabbia, Fikayo Tomori, Samuele Ricci, Samuel Chukwueze and Davide Bartesaghi. Youngsters integrated with the first team — Francesco Camarda, Comotto, Ossola and others from the academy — will also get their chance to impress the new head coach.
Mario Gila Set for His First Milan Appearance
One of the most anticipated figures in this friendly is Mario Gila, the Spanish centre-back who arrived this summer. This will be his first taste of the Rossoneri shirt, and fans are already keen to see the new defensive signing in action. In recent interviews, Gila highlighted how Amorim was key to his decision to join, describing the move to Milan as a stimulating challenge.
Absences: Nkunku and Terracciano Miss Out
Not everyone is available for this first outing. Christopher Nkunku has been ruled out due to a hip contusion, with the medical staff taking a cautious approach. The same issue has sidelined goalkeeper Pietro Terracciano. Between the posts, it will be Lorenzo Torriani who guards the Rossoneri goal.
Pervis Estupiñán is also absent: the Ecuadorian full-back only arrived at Milanello the day before the squad’s departure and was not included in the squad list. Estupiñán is expected to feature in the Australia tour, where Milan will face Chelsea.
Eyes on the Australia Tour
The clash against Celtic is just the opening chapter of a busy pre-season schedule. Milan are set to head to Australia for a tour that includes a match against Chelsea, with additional players joining the group in the coming days. A thorough and well-structured preparation, designed to build fitness and develop the tactical cohesion that Amorim’s system demands.
