"Among the most impressive performances in Sunday's derby win was that of Davide Bartesaghi, at just 19 years of age. Bartesaghi was chosen instead of Pervis Estupinan, and he repaid Massimiliano Allegri's faith with a performance that displayed maturity, grinta and quality. He now seems to have made the left wing-back role his own, something that did not seem likely even a few weeks ago."
"Before Matteo Ruggeri's arrival from Atalanta for around €20m, Atlético Madrid had made inquiries about Bartesaghi's situation. Diego Simeone had seen potential in a player who had made few senior appearances, obviously aided by club scouts. This interest is certainly nothing new to Milan, but Igli Tare and Allegri immediately vetoed the transfer. Borussia Dortmund and other Serie A clubs had also inquired about the teenager's status in the summer too."
Davide Bartesaghi, 19, produced one of the standout performances in the derby, earning selection ahead of Pervis Estupinan and demonstrating maturity, grinta and technical quality. He appears to have secured the left wing-back position for AC Milan after impressing in that role. Massimiliano Allegri identified Bartesaghi as a first-team prospect despite Milan Futuro's drop to Serie D and potential loan plans. Atlético Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and other clubs made inquiries, with Diego Simeone noted as a suitor, but Igli Tare and Allegri vetoed any transfer. Bartesaghi prioritized his boyhood club, signing a professional contract in October 2023 until 2026 and later extending it until 2030.
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