From Fofana and Samardzic, candidates to wear the Rossoneri shirt, to Adli and Bennacer, who might make way for a completely renewed midfield. This is the idea of the new Milan under Fonseca, which is preparing to change, especially in the way it plays on the field.
La Gazzetta dello Sport headlines “At the center,” with various profiles that fit Milan’s midfield needs for the 2024-25 season. The new coach has discussed variable playing systems, with Fofana positioned in front of the defense as a filter, and the others free to move around him and make runs.
Among these, Reijnders and Loftus-Cheek are the top candidates, while Adli and Bennacer are less favored. It seems there might not be much room for the two, and for the Algerian, the doors to Saudi Arabia could open – he already has some offers – while for the Frenchman, a new arrangement will need to be found. Starting against Rapid in a friendly, his space will significantly diminish with the return of the other teammates and especially the new additions.
The new signings could indeed be more than one, with Samardzic pushing to wear the red-and-black jersey. Udinese continues to ask for 20 million plus bonuses, while Milan offers 15 but has already contacted the father-agent to try to reach an agreement and then apply pressure on the Friulian club. A possible solution could be the inclusion of Pobega in the negotiations, another outgoing midfielder who wouldn’t have much space if he were to stay.
Milan is thus preparing a midfield overhaul. Muscle, quality, and quantity are the characteristics Fonseca is looking for, and the club will try to meet his demands. Departures should not be underestimated for a team that will certainly undergo changes, as relayed via Milan Press.
