Bartesaghi brands Leao 'special' and admits confidence is rising: "I have the trust of the team"

"I think about speaking on the pitch. I have the trust of the team and the staff: I always try to respond 100%."

"As I said before, I have the trust of the team and the coach: all I have to do is thank them and continue to do so with a clear head."

"He's certainly a special player and always has been. He always tells me I have to assist him - I can't tell you how long it will take, but it will come..."

Milan began the new year with a vital away win and a clean sheet at Cagliari, mirroring the way 2025 ended. Rafael Leao scored the only goal early in the second half from an Adrien Rabiot cut-back, temporarily placing Milan top of the table. Pre-match fitness doubts affected selection, with Strahinja Pavlovic battling flu and Bartesaghi starting at centre-back before shifting to wing-back. Davide Bartesaghi reports growing vocal leadership and strong trust from teammates and staff, credits coach Allegri for that trust, and highlights Leao as a special player who encourages him to provide assists.

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