AC Milan returned from the away match in Rome against Lazio with few positive impressions, and certainly one of them, the strongest, was Jashari’s performance, in his first start for the Rossoneri.
Clearly, pace and physical condition are aspects that can improve, but personality, character, and the desire to make a difference are qualities that cannot be taught. It was not an easy pitch, it was not an easy match, and above all, his role is not simple to interpret.
Ardon was a reference point, both on and off the ball. He broke up play when needed, managed possession in other situations, and even attempted difficult plays. Everything expected from a player of his caliber.
Tonight he will most likely sit on the bench and not be in the starting eleven. At the moment, head coach Massimiliano Allegri sees him preferably as the playmaker in a three-man midfield, and Modric’s position is unquestioned. But a player with his technique and attitude can always find space, as relayed via MilanPress.
One of Milan’s limits is clearly a short squad. With Jashari, rotations can be extended, at least in midfield. His presence can improve the management of Modric, but it also allows for alternative solutions for the central midfielders, especially in matches where opponents sit deep.
We know that the upcoming run of league matches over the next month features many teams from the lower half of the table. Is it time to discover Jashari’s full potential?
