Jashari Impresses in Allegri’s Tactical Drills at Milanello
Positive signs from Milanello: in the latest tactical training sessions, Ardon Jashari has caught the eye of Massimiliano Allegri, who has consistently fielded the Frenchman in midfield during the week’s exercises. The Milan coach, who has lately opted for a single daily session — cancelling afternoon training — has focused closely on his midfield setup, and Jashari currently appears to hold a clear advantage over Samuele Ricci as the backup option in central midfield.
The Midfield Pecking Order Ahead of Sassuolo
The battle between Jashari and Ricci is one of the hottest topics heading into the weekend. While just days ago it seemed the Italian midfielder might edge ahead — also due to squad list regulations favouring Italian players — the latest signals from Milanello are unmistakable: Allegri trusts Jashari and is giving him a real chance at a critical stage of the season.
It is worth noting that Jashari is a technically gifted and tactically intelligent player, capable of finding pockets of space between the lines and providing quality in possession — attributes the Milan manager knows well and that could prove decisive in the final stretch of the campaign.
Milan vs Sassuolo: Six Points from the Champions League
This tactical choice comes against the backdrop of a still very much alive race for a UEFA Champions League place. Milan need points badly, and the home fixture against Sassuolo represents a genuine opportunity to close the gap further. A win would leave the Rossoneri just six points away from the Champions League zone, with several matchdays still to play.
Of course, the outcome will also depend on the results of Roma and Fiorentina, who currently occupy fifth place and are keeping their European hopes alive. But the feeling around the club is that Milan have the quality and determination to achieve their season goal.
Rabiot and Modric: The Heart of the Rossoneri Midfield
Beyond the Jashari-Ricci question, Milan’s engine room revolves around two key figures: Adrien Rabiot, considered untouchable in Allegri’s plans, and Luka Modric, whose renewal is still awaiting a definitive answer. The Croatian legend, about to turn 41, recently suffered a cheekbone injury, but his decision on the future appears to hinge primarily on family considerations and sporting ambitions — in particular, whether Milan will remain a Champions League-calibre club next season.
In many ways, Modric’s choice will serve as a barometer of the club’s ambitions: if Milan confirm themselves as a team competing at the top of Italian football and in Europe, the chances of keeping him rise significantly.
