It was already clear during the summer that Milan needed another centre-back. Now, following the serious injury Matteo Gabbia sustained in Reggio Emilia, what was previously a necessity has become almost an obligation. There is pessimism within the club regarding the condition of the number 46, with fears that he could face a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
Such an absence could have a significant impact on the management of a season in which Milan will have plenty of commitments, both in Italy and in Europe. As a result, the Rossoneri are unlikely to be able to postpone strengthening their defence any longer when January arrives.
The problem is not just one of numbers, but also of quality. With Gabbia out, Amorim risks having to navigate the coming months with limited options at the back, just as the fixture schedule demands constant rotation between Serie A and the Europa League. There are alternatives, with Diawara among them, but they may not be enough to get through such a demanding period with confidence.
That is precisely why even Fikayo Tomori's name could come back into the picture. The Englishman had fallen to the fringes of Milan's project, but following his reinstatement, he could now be considered again simply out of necessity, as pointed out via Milan News today.
Inacio, Yoro, or another name... Who will Milan sign in defence?
At this point, the name matters relatively little, especially as plenty of candidates are likely to be discussed in the coming weeks, beyond the usual names such as Gonçalo Inacio. What matters is that Milan make the right move. They need a quick, reliable centre-back who can operate in a high defensive line and has the physical attributes to meet Amorim's demands.
Gabbia's situation has simply accelerated a conclusion that had already been looming. Milan needed a centre-back before; now they need one even more urgently. Reaching January without strengthening in that area would leave the team far too exposed, particularly if the pessimism surrounding the Rossoneri number 46's condition is confirmed by medical examinations.
