For four months, Christopher Nkunku went through a long dry spell, with no goals in the league, criticism, and questions surrounding him. Arriving at the end of August as the most expensive signing in all of Serie A, the Frenchman immediately had to deal with less-than-ideal fitness, some physical issues, and tactical doubts that never fully disappeared.
Allegri, however, never stopped believing in him: he waited for him, protected him, and supported him when no one else would, encouraging him to find calm and confidence before focusing on numbers.
The turning point came from the penalty spot against Verona, with a crucial penalty taken with confidence. From there, he scored two consecutive league goals: the second again against Verona and the third in Florence, decisive in avoiding defeat and maintaining the unbeaten streak, as relayed via Milannews.it
Clear signs of a player slowly emerging from the tunnel, regaining confidence and sharpness.
Despite this, questions remain about his ideal role and the weight of such a significant investment. Nkunku, however, chose to silence the rumors linking him to Fenerbahce and stay, rejecting foreign offers and betting on Milan. Now he must earn his place on the field, whether as a striker, winger, or second striker. This is not a comeback from failure, but a concrete beginning, because until now, it had been only waiting. Milan hopes the best is yet to come.
