As tonight's highly anticipated clash between Fiorentina and AC Milan approaches, the latest news from La Gazzetta dello Sport newspaper sheds light on the probable lineups for the two teams. Both head coaches, Vincenzo Italiano and Stefano Pioli, are unlikely to make significant changes to their respective team sheets, with Olivier Giroud set to lead AC Milan's attacking force once again.
While the Rossoneri's lineup may not see any major shifts, Brahim Diaz has been sidelined due to a minor knee issue, paving the way for Charles De Ketelaere to make his mark on the pitch. Ante Rebic will also be looking to showcase his skills next to the young Belgian playmaker, with Ismael Bennacer returning to midfield after a considerable absence.
Stefano Pioli, in fact, will be keen to test Bennacer's mettle ahead of the upcoming clash with Tottenham in London, with Rade Krunic possibly challenging him for a starting spot.
Here are the possible lineups of both teams:
FIORENTINA (4-2-3-1): Terracciano; Dodó, Martinez Quarta, Igor, Biraghi; Amrabat, Mandragora; Nico Gonzalez, Bonaventura, Saponara; Cabral.
MILAN (3-4-2-1): Maignan; Kalulu, Thiaw, Tomori; Messias, Bennacer, Tonali, Theo Hernandez; De Ketelaere; Rebic, Giroud.