Youssouf Fofana often impresses with his running, versatility, and great spirit of sacrifice. These are key elements for being a protagonist in Massimiliano Allegri’s Milan. We are certainly not talking about perfection in midfield. His flaws and limitations, especially in terms of goals and end product, are many, but the Frenchman, in his second season with the Rossoneri, has managed to surprise and amaze almost everyone. The goal against Torino is just one of the many building blocks in the fortress of Fofana’s strength; never more than this year has he been an indispensable element alongside Modrić and Rabiot.
Underraed:
Whether you like him or not, Fofana is a valuable player for this team. He runs, fights, sweats, and battles. Technically, he is not comparable to his teammates in midfield, but in football there are many nuances that help build success and victories. Fofana and his characteristics fit perfectly with Modrić’s playmaking and Rabiot’s quality running. Over the course of the season, there have been difficult moments, almost ironic criticism aimed at Fofana. The reality is that despite limitations that will always remain, the Frenchman is one of the most important and underrated players in Allegri’s squad.
Assists from a record holder:
Fofana has unusual and quite remarkable statistics. In fact, in the 20 months he has spent at Milan, Fofana is the team’s top assist provider alongside Rafa Leão: 13 assists each. This season, he leads together with Rabiot and Saelemaekers. The latest, perhaps the most beautiful and important, came in the derby, where he opened up the defense for Estupiñán with a through ball worthy of a top-class player.
That pass is not ordinary; it’s the mark of a strong, intelligent footballer. Fofana is a French international and has played in a World Cup final. Let’s repeat it once more: the most underrated player in AC Milan’s squad so far, writes MilanNews.it.
