Milan’s Attacking Woes Persist as Pulisic Remains Sidelined

AC Milan’s preparations for their upcoming crucial match against AS Roma have hit a snag. American forward Christian Pulisic, who was expected to rejoin the team’s training session, continues to train separately. This development makes it highly unlikely for Pulisic to feature in the starting lineup for Sunday evening’s important clash at San Siro.

The situation poses a significant challenge for coach Paulo Fonseca, who is already dealing with an attacking crisis. With Rafael Leao confirmed absent due to a muscle injury, Milan is exploring alternative tactical setups. The current plan involves positioning Alex Jimenez as a high left-winger, with Samuel Chukwueze on the opposite flank. Alvaro Morata, having recovered from tonsillitis, is set to play as an attacking midfielder behind lone striker Tammy Abraham.

On a positive note, both Luka Jovic and Ismael Bennacer participated in full team training and will be available for selection against Roma, likely as substitutes. Bennacer, in particular, has shown encouraging signs of improved fitness, which bodes well for Milan’s future matches.

As Milan grapples with these squad challenges, the outcome of Sunday’s game could have significant implications for Fonseca’s future at the helm of the Rossoneri.