"Milan started 2026 with a poor first half and an improved second when Leao scored to help his team start the calendar year with a win. The story of the match was not unlike many before it. A busy January, despite only having Serie A to play in, will test the team further. Up front help has arrived and did well enough in a debut sub appearance"
"The team is relatively healthy but as mentioned above Nkunku will miss a few more days and the main attacking players are not fully fit. Leao and Pulisic will start as it stands. Saelemaekers, Fofana, Modric, Rabiot and Bartesaghi are the preferred Allegri midfield five and look to start. Ricci and Jashari are confirmed subs unless things change in the coming weeks."
Milan started 2026 with a poor first half and an improved second when Leao scored to help his team start the calendar year with a win. A busy January, despite only Serie A commitments, will test the squad's depth and transfer plans. Up front help arrived and performed in a debut substitute appearance, but Fullkrug will not add significant depth while Nkunku remains sidelined and both Pulisic and Leao are below full fitness. January will determine whether Milan adds reinforcements and whether Maignan accepts a reported €5.7 million plus bonuses renewal that is below offers expected elsewhere. The team is relatively healthy otherwise with Leao and Pulisic expected to start and Ricci and Jashari confirmed as substitutes.
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