After more than a month out due to the calf problem he picked up on August 17 in the Coppa Italia against Bari, Rafael Leao is finally ready to return to the pitch tomorrow night against Napoli. The Portuguese forward has rejoined group training at Milanello for a couple of days and will obviously start from the bench against the Azzurri, but for Massimiliano Allegri he will be an important option to use during the match.
Will Rafael Leao start from the bench Milan - Napoli on September 28?
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports this morning that for a player like Leao, who relies heavily on speed and explosiveness, a calf injury must be managed with great care, avoiding the risk of a relapse. After more than a month out, it is unrealistic to see him start from the first minute, he needs a few appearances before playing a full match again. The recent training sessions at Milanello have given positive signals, so if needed, he is ready to come on tomorrow night against Napoli and give his contribution.
The connection with Allegri
San Siro is eager to see Leao in action again. After the ups and downs of last season, he arrived at the training camp in July with a different mindset and attitude. Milan’s number 10 also seems to have built a strong connection with Max Allegri, who immediately placed him at the heart of his Milan project. The ex Juventus coach is convinced this will be the season for the Portuguese forward to make his definitive breakthrough.
New season, new coach, and new role for Rafa, who will now play in a two-man attack. With Pulisic and Nkunku he will act as the main striker, while paired with Gimenez he will drop a few meters deeper behind the Mexican.
