This is not the time to place the blame on anyone, nor to fill the environment with criticism and negativity.
Yet, while in other areas like defense (or even on the wings) Allegri’s Milan has managed to improve, the situation in attack is starting to become concerning. The focus inevitably falls on Bebote Gimenez, who is still goalless in Serie A.
Gimenez, where are you?
Max Allegri wants and demands more from the Mexican, especially after his encouraging performances against Juventus and Fiorentina. On both occasions, Gimenez was smart and tenacious, winning two penalties, but that is not all. He fought hard, provided good link-up play, but goals? Unfortunately, none. Corriere della Sera titled yesterday morning: "Allegri can’t take the soft Gimenez anymore." In terms of effort and sacrifice, he has nothing to be blamed for, yet scoring has become a major problem for Santiago Gimenez, who remains without a Serie A goal (he has scored only once in the Coppa Italia this season). “Santiii, wake up… are you asleep?” Massimiliano Allegri’s shouts on Friday night were captured clearly. Can their relationship be repaired? And how? Only with goals, as pointed out by Milan News.
Tactical issue? Not only
It is not only a tactical matter keeping Santiago Gimenez from scoring. With a more defensive system different from previous seasons, the Mexican struggles to receive balls in the penalty area. Without, for example in a 4-3-3, two wide players regularly able to serve him, scoring chances are few, but this cannot be the only issue. In recent matches, like against Juventus, Gimenez was often ready to shoot, but he was never sharp enough to finish effectively. This is where the mental aspect comes in. For a striker, goals are everything, and they always come first. They help play freely and with more confidence. The idea that "one goal will unlock him" is ending. A team like Milan must rely on a striker capable of scoring consistently. Santiago, time is passing. 'Adelante', Bebote, if you truly want to make your mark with this Milan.
