In the pre-match press conference, Massimiliano Allegri confirmed that Luka Modric will start on the bench: the Croatian star needs rest and, for the first time this season, will not start the game. Christopher Nkunku has also recovered and will be available as a substitute during the match.
As usual, Mike Maignan will be in goal, but the coach will not be able to field the usual back three: Tomori is suspended, and De Winter will take his place, playing as a side center-back alongside Gabbia and Pavlovic. On the flanks, Saelemaekers and Bartesaghi are confirmed.
There is a midfield duel between Ricci and Jashari for the playmaker role, with the Italian favored, alongside the fixed points Rabiot and Fofana.
In attack, Niclas Fullkrug could make his first start, favored over Leao, who will likely begin on the bench. Christian Pulisic will play alongside the German striker. However, Allegri may still make additional changes right from the first minute.
AC Milan's possible lineup vs Fiorentina:
Maignan; De Winter, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Saelemaekers, Fofana, Ricci, Rabiot, Bartesaghi ;Pulisic, Fullkrug.
