AC Milan continue to putting much effort and focus on having young talented players in its ranks with the inclusion of elements of experience. That is the best way of creating a balanced team and to ensure that the young ones grow in a proper environment.
La Gazzetta dello Sport takes stock of the fullbacks at AC Milan and highlight that they are all youngsters, starting with Davide Calabria who is 24 as well as Fodé Ballo-Touré. Then, Theo Hernandez is 23, Pierre Kalulu being 21 and Milos Kerkez is still a teenager, he is 17. Andrea Conti is the oldest one who is 27 years old but he should not remain at the club as he is placed on the transfer list.
The average age of the Rossoneri wide defenders is 22.7 years even when counting Conti, writes the newspaper. Conti's departure and the possible arrival of Diogo Dalot who is 22 years old would bring the age average down to 21.8 years. It is a low number compared to the fullbacks' average age at Inter being 30.2 and Juventus' at 27.5.
Among the names discusses earlier for Milan, Davide Calabria and Theo Hernandez are points of references in their positions. They will be the regular starters, and there is no surprise there. Kalulu will be hoping to get some more space and minutes, he can play as a right-back and even as centre-back.
Fodé Ballo-Touré, who was signed just recently, will be also integrated in Stefano Pioli's plans as a rotation option.
Besides, Milos Kerkez should not be underestimated. In fact, against Pro Sesto in the friendly game, he showed his skills and managed to bag a brace for himself. He is a Primavera player who has been training with the First Team this summer under the watchful eyes of coach Pioli. He could also be a solid option in the new long season that is coming ahead.
