As also underlined by today's edition of Tuttosport, on the occasion of the away match against the Red Star, valid for the first leg of the round of 32 of the Europa League, Stefano Pioli will present Ismael Bennacer from the first minute .
Also according to the same newspaper, tonight's will be a fundamental test for the Algerian midfielder, who will have to put minutes in his legs in view of the derby scheduled for Sunday afternoon and will have to prove that he is back in shape.
The former Empoli man, who will be paired with Meite in Belgrade, is called upon to guarantee dynamism, quality and quantity to protect the defensive line properly.
This is all to get in fine shape just ahead of the derby. Hopefully, the player will pick up his pace and regain his usual excellent form.