Conceicao Discusses Pulisic’s Status and Milan’s Need for Improvement

AC Milan head coach Sergio Conceicao has addressed the team’s current situation, including Christian Pulisic’s fitness and the squad’s recognition of areas needing improvement, ahead of their Champions League clash with Girona.

Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Conceicao emphasized the significance of Champions League participation for a club of Milan’s stature. He stated, “Competing in the world’s premier club tournament is always a tremendous motivator. Elite clubs like Milan must consistently work to maintain their presence in this competition.”

Regarding the team’s recent performance, particularly following their 2-0 defeat to Juventus, Conceicao noted, “The players are cognizant of the need for improvement. This awareness is crucial for their development. Despite limited preparation time this week, the team has shown focus and concentration.”

On the subject of Christian Pulisic, who missed Tuesday’s training session, Conceicao revealed, “Christian is with the squad, but we’ll assess his condition after tomorrow morning’s training. We’re cautious about risking his availability for an extended period. He might be on the bench, but we prefer to err on the side of caution.”

The coach concluded by emphasizing the importance of the upcoming match, stating, “Tomorrow’s game is our primary focus at the moment.”