Milan Boss Sergio Conceicao is generally expected to rotate his squad for the upcoming Serie A match against Bologna. With only three league matches left and Coppa Italia -final blunt, Rossoneri goes a delicate tight. The question now is: Who among Rafael Leao, Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez and Joao Felix will take the field at San Siro?
This has not been the imagined season. After entering the campaign with high expectations, The club is now on the outside and looking at Europe’s foremost competitions. Both the Champions League and the Europa League qualification appear just out of reach –Six points that go from each oneWhile even a UEFA Conference League location is five points away.
Yet, A late-season twist remains possible. Rossoneri’s fate can partly rest in the hands of others, especially with Lazio and Juventus meet this weekendpotentially allows both to release decisive points. But to take advantage, Milan must win every remaining game – start with Bologna, then Roma and Monza.
Not to deliver on this front would mean falling back on Coppa Italia final, scheduled for May 14As a final chance at both cutlery and European qualification. With the pressure mounting, Conceicao is expected to rotate their squad on Friday night To keep the key players fresh for the crucial showdown.
Who is in and who is out?
Rafael Leao is confirmed to miss the Bologna match due to shutdownexcludes one of Milan’s most explosive forward. His absence only forces a change in the attacking attitude. In the meantime, Christian Pulisic is expected to be restedAfter being over -utilized in recent matches. According to Tuttosport, “Pulisic seems in need of some rest … Joao Felix and Samuel Chukwueze could play behind the striker.”
That striker? Santiago Gimenez, who is tipped to starthas steadily regained the shape after a rocky introduction to Serie A. The Mexican striker made a strong impression from the bench in Milan’s latest victories Over Venezia and Genoa, points and helps with decisive moments. The Mexican star may be the team’s X-factor when the season is closed. In spite of early doubt he has shown in recent weeks that his Adaptation to Italian football is well up and running.
After fighting through injury and a target dryer, the 23-year-old now plays with purpose and clarity. His ability to stretch defense and creating space has added a new dimension to the San Sirooutfit’s attack. And with the final on May 14, he knows that this is his chance to silence critics and etch his name in club foil.
Joao Felix, who has developed a strong connection to Gimenez, provided the pass that led to Rafael Leas equalizing in the Genoa game. His Creativity and movement will be crucial in Pulisic and Leao’s absence.
Changes expected in defense
In addition to the attacking turnover, defensive rotation is also expected. Kyle Walker comes back to the starting lineupgive the Conceicao flexibility to rest either Fikayo Tomori or Alex Jimenez. Malick Thiaw will also startAdd fresh legs and physics to the back three.
These adjustments are not only tactical – they are protective. With Coppa Italia final just a few days awayAny additional injuries can be disastrous for a team that is already short at depth and speed.
