Milan are finally back to their usual defensive solidity. Yes, because recently the trend had reversed compared to the first months of the season, when the Rossoneri conceded very little, almost nothing for large stretches of matches. Against Torino, Sassuolo, and Napoli in the Supercoppa, Milan conceded as many as six goals. Too many for Massimiliano Allegri’s taste, excessive if the aim is to pursue a balanced league campaign and collect important, precious points. The good news is conceding zero goals, and virtually no shots on target, on Sunday against Verona.
Gabbia’s absence is a heavy blow
We have said it many times. Matteo Gabbia is a real asset for this team. For his positioning, his ability to coordinate the defence with Maignan, and the sense of security he has built over the years for everyone, including himself. The Italian centre-back is still working to return as soon as possible from the injury he suffered against Sassuolo. De Winter in his place is not the same, it must be said, even if in the last match he played with greater confidence. He remains, however, a defender far from what Gabbia represents and brings to this side, as pointed out by Milan News.
Mike, clean sheets, and tough hopes
Today’s news, certainly positive, comes from Matteo Moretto. According to the journalist, an important meeting is expected in the coming days between Maignan’s agent and the Rossoneri management. Allegri is also expected to be involved, as he is pushing hard to convince Maignan to stay for the coming seasons. As things stand, let’s be concrete and realistic: it is difficult, but there seems to be a small glimmer of light, at least in terms of dialogue. Milan will try to reunite with the French goalkeeper, while at the same time looking around. We have mentioned Hugo Souza, the Brazilian goalkeeper at Corinthians. For now, there are rumours, enquiries, and low hopes. In the meantime, Maignan returned to keeping a clean sheet in the league against Verona, his eighth of the season.
