Milan have welcomed Niclas Füllkrug, completing a deal on loan until June 2026 with an option to buy. The arrival of the German striker is certainly one of the most talked-about moves of the winter transfer window. But what could he bring to Massimiliano Allegri’s Milan?
Those were good times in Germany. His Bundesliga career was solid: 157 appearances and 56 goals in the top German division, along with 18 assists in the same spell. With the German national team, he has scored 13 goals in 21 appearances, averaging roughly one goal every 64 minutes, numbers that underline his effectiveness in front of goal.
The move to the Premier League, with his spell at West Ham, was far from straightforward. Since arriving in 2024, he has endured a season marked by physical problems and adaptation issues, managing just three goals in 29 total appearances, along with several injury-enforced absences. For Milan, this is clearly a gamble.
So how might Allegri use him?
In Max’s system, often built around crosses and long balls to exploit the physical presence of centre-forwards, this trait could prove valuable, especially in direct-play situations or in matches where Milan need to break down deep, compact defenses. Milan have struggled so far without a true, fixed attacking reference point following Santiago Giménez’s injury. Füllkrug offers a different option compared to more dynamic or technical forwards: his ability to shield the ball and hold up play could help the team gain territory and buy time for the more creative midfielders to join the attack, as relayed via Milannews.it.
His Bundesliga seasons with strong numbers show that Füllkrug knows how to be decisive when properly supplied. Even if his recent form is far from those levels, a fresh start at Milan might help him rediscover confidence and sharpness. His English experience was disappointing, with only three goals and clear difficulties adapting to the Premier League’s pace.
The arrival of Niclas Füllkrug remains a gamble for Milan. His physical qualities, penalty-area finishing, and international experience give Milan an extra option. Much depends on how Allegri integrates him into the attacking rotation and how the player responds to the challenge of regaining physical and mental continuity.
