Today, AC Milan returns to training at Milanello. They are preparing for the next match against Monza at the San Siro this coming Sinday.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic will start his duty in his new role and will be there to encourage the players.
During the week, we witnessed Zlatan Ibrahimovic's return. For the third time, the Swede has started a new adventure in the red and black jersey, the first one behind a desk.
Although there's reason to believe that this last part will only be virtual. Ibra is a man of the field, and that's where he'll want to be, both alongside the team and the management. As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, the first meeting between Zlatan, Pioli, and the team was supposed to happen yesterday, but the Rossoneri coach granted a day off.
Consequently, Ibra's return to Milanello, this time in an official capacity, might be pushed to today. The team will gather at Milanello for lunch and then hit the field to start preparing for the Lombardy derby against AC Monza.
Milan in the Europa League...
The feelings are mixed: the competition doesn't excite the refined palate of the fans and the Rossoneri history, but at the same time, it's a European competition. Even in a diminished form, the Europa League can bring gains and international visibility - something that Gerry Cardinale is always seeking.
To win a competition never added to the Rossoneri's trophy cabinet, the newspaper indicates three fundamental ingredients, to which Ibra himself can contribute. The first is enthusiasm, which has dwindled around Milanello lately. Perhaps precisely in this aspect, Ibra's addition could prove crucial: to reignite motivation in a team that's somewhat lacking in that regard.
Then there's the issue of physical health: without a complete squad, it's hard to move forward. Newcastle demonstrated this; substitutions made the difference.
Lastly, there's the game itself, another big absentee at Milan's home for at least two months. When playing with all the players on the field, Milan has shown the ability to bring interesting solutions, especially with the new acquisitions, who are much better than their recent performances have shown.
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