Antonio Conte’s comments and real numbers
Recently, Antonio Conte sparked controversy regarding the situation of the top Serie A teams, mentioning his team’s difficulties and suggesting favoritism towards Juventus, Milan, and Inter. However, analyzing the objective data reveals a completely different picture. According to official balance sheets, Milan ranks fourth in terms of squad cost at 188 million euros, behind Juventus (241 million), Napoli (238 million), and Inter (196 million). This crucial data contradicts Conte’s rhetoric and highlights the real financial difficulties the Rossoneri are facing.
The necessity for defensive reinforcements
With the arrival of Niklas Fulkrug, a German forward, Milan must now focus on acquiring a high-level defender. It is crucial that the club does not approach critical matches with a reduced squad. Allegri has shown great skill in managing the few available players, but it is clear that some injuries are creating a challenging situation. For this reason, management is already in touch with several agents in search of reinforcements. Names like Sergio Ramos have been associated with the club, but economic and age reasons led to a rejection. Joe Gomez of Liverpool is a favored option, but the Reds are unwilling to easily part with him.
Leao and Gabbia: hopes for the future
Today is a key day to monitor the physical conditions of two key players: Gabbia and Leao. If Gabbia trains with the rest of the team, he may be called up for the away match against Cagliari. On the other hand, Leao’s situation is delicate. Although he does not have serious injuries, an adductor inflammation has kept him out of crucial matches. The hope is that he can return to the pitch soon, as his presence is fundamental for Milan this season.
