Milan’s Coaching Situation Sparks Debate Among Italian Football Pundits

The current state of AC Milan has become a hot topic among Italian football pundits. On Sunday evening, journalist Carlo Pellegatti praised Milan’s playing style under Pioli, crediting it for their recent Scudetto victory over Inter.

Fellow journalist Riccardo Trevisani agreed, suggesting that Pioli outperformed both Paulo Fonseca and Sergio Conceição. Trevisani also predicted that Conceição would likely depart from his current role at the end of the season.

Sky’s Fabio Caressa revealed that Milan’s management was displeased with Conceição’s decision to attend the funeral of former Porto president Pinto da Costa, especially given his recent statements and the upcoming Champions League match against Feyenoord. Caressa also highlighted Rafael Leão’s importance to the team, noting his leading position in expected goals, shots, and expected assists.

Former Inter defender Beppe Bergomi offered insights into Conceição’s tactical use of Leão, suggesting that his occasional benching is a strategic move rather than a punishment. Meanwhile, ex-Juventus midfielder Giancarlo Marocchi pointed out Milan’s challenge in balancing individual talent with team cohesion, questioning the need to rotate key players to accommodate others like Musah.

These discussions underscore the complex dynamics at play within Milan’s coaching setup and squad management, as the team navigates through a crucial phase of the season.