"Pavlovic's growth stems, first and foremost, from the faith Allegri showed in him. In 2024-25, the former Red Bull Salzburg player struggled desperately to find consistency. He never started more than four consecutive Serie A games under Fonseca, and only became a key player at the end of the season under Conceiçao, when Milan switched to a three-man defence. In hindsight, it was a rehearsal for this season."
"Despite his summer plans, Allegri has consistently used a 3-5-2 formation in competitive matches. This formation has brought out the Serbian's strengths. By co-ordinating with Gabbia in the centre and the left-back (Estupinan or Bartesaghi), the Serbian was able to focus on physical duels with more coverage while also attempting his trademark attacking forays, with or without the ball. Milan thus discovered a reliable outside centre-back who is dangerous up front, too."
Massimiliano Allegri's faith and tactical choice have accelerated Strahinja Pavlovic's development into a consistent starter. Pavlovic struggled for consistency in 2024-25 but gained prominence when Milan shifted to a three-man defence late that season. Allegri's regular use of a 3-5-2 has emphasized the Serbian's physical duels and allowed him attacking freedom. Pavlovic has become a dependable outside centre-back who also poses a threat in the opponent's box. He has logged significant minutes, rarely substituted, and ranks among the most-used Milan players under Allegri.
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