Mansion Sports – Massimiliano Allegri stated that he and AC Milan must adopt a wait-and-see approach regarding potential incoming players in the January transfer window.

In addition, he also informed supporters about what can be expected when the Rossoneri face Napoli in the Supercoppa Italiana on Thursday night.

AC Milan will face Napoli in the first semifinal of the Supercoppa Italiana, which will be held on Thursday night.

The match will be followed by the encounter between Bologna and Inter on Friday night, before the final scheduled to take place on Monday night.

Milan arrive at this competition with the status of defending champions, after successfully lifting the trophy in Sergio Conceicao’s first two matches after he took over the head coach position last winter.
However, since that time many things have changed within the Rossoneri, including a change of head coach as well as their league performances ahead of this mini-tournament.

Allegri Believes the Match Against Napoli Will Be Different

Allegri believes that this match will have a different character compared to typical Serie A fixtures.

In the pre-match press conference held on Wednesday, he explained that the match is a single-elimination contest and the primary objective is to reach the final.

He also emphasized that Napoli are a very strong team, making this match certain to be complex and full of challenges.

Player Fitness Updates Ahead of the Match

Allegri also provided the latest updates regarding the physical conditions of Youssouf Fofana and Rafael Leao.

He stated that Fofana is fully fit to play, while the decision regarding Leao will be made after that day’s training session.

On the other hand, it is known that Santiago Gimenez and Matteo Gabbia will not be available for this match.

Milan’s Tactical Approach and Squad Composition

When asked about the possibility of tactical changes against Napoli in the Supercoppa Italiana, Allegri explained that Milan have consistently played with three attacking players.

He mentioned that Alexis Saelemaekers is a figure who provides variation in the team’s play.

In addition, the return of Athekame and Jashari is considered important to bring fresh energy, given that the team has frequently fielded the same players in several recent matches.

Allegri’s Assessment of Napoli’s Strength

Regarding the opponent they will face, Allegri stated that Napoli remain a strong team regardless of the tactical approach they employ.

He highlighted Napoli’s ability to score many goals from inside the penalty area and believes that the match will be a high-quality contest featuring many talented players on the pitch.

Gimenez Surgery and Milan’s Stance in the Transfer Market

The Rossoneri coach also confirmed that central forward Santiago Gimenez is expected to undergo surgery on Thursday.

Gimenez has undergone medical consultations and has been advised to have a surgical procedure, which is planned to take place in the morning.

Regarding whether this situation will push Milan to act in the January transfer market, Allegri stated that the club’s main focus at this time is to recover the players they already have.

After that, Milan together with management will assess what steps are possible during the transfer window.