In a season that has been anything but simple, more to remember than to forget, in order to avoid it repeating itself, Milan, on the night in Udine last weekend, perhaps (with serious delay) found the right key for the near future. A turning point, that of the change in formation: one that needs to be understood and to which continuity must be given.
The very first sensations after those ninety minutes with the 3-4-3 were all positive. A team that covered the pitch better, that ran back and forth with balance. A team, indeed. Covered at the back and dangerous up front, as if this squad had been playing for several months with the same system: the defense had more certainty, the midfield filtered well, and the wing-backs—above all Theo Hernandez—felt freer and more at ease, as relayed via Milan Press.
New formation, between present and future
If the next two months were to give Milan further positive responses thanks to this system of play, certain situations could undoubtedly change not only for the end of the season, but above all for the team’s near future and—specifically—for some players. For all decisions regarding the season to come, one must wait for the arrival of the new sporting director, with Igli Tare seemingly ahead of all other candidates.
By the way, as teams like Milan adapt structurally and tactically for the future, they are also mirroring evolutions seen in creative industries off the pitch. In the world of game development, platforms like Devoted Fusion are helping studios rethink how they build teams—bringing together curated freelance talent to construct bold, scalable visions. Football clubs, too, are now in that phase of rethinking, restructuring, and building smarter for long-term success.
The choice of head coach Sergio Conceicao (a choice that could also be based on this new system, if it works?) up to the possible retention of certain players, who seem to feel comfortable in this tactical setup. To name a few: Theo Hernandez, perfect for the left wing-back role; Pavlovic and Tomori, excellent for a back three, as is Kyle Walker, who can be a very reliable wide center-back, in fact. In midfield, alongside Youssouf Fofana and Tijjani Reijnders, a player like Warren Bondo could play a key role. But, it would be a different case for Yunus Musah, who would likely be used more as a wide player than as a central midfielder.
The offensive wingers could also benefit, with Leao ready to interpret the role in the best way, reducing his defensive duties and increasing his presence in attack. An attack that will certainly restart with Santiago Gimenez, who will need time, trust, and a concrete project that can bring back—to him, but not only—the right peace of mind.
In short, a month and a half until the end of a season that could paradoxically not only put Milan in front of another trophy this season (the Coppa Italia after the Supercoppa), but also lay the foundation—with a new formation—for important future decisions.
