"As we get closer to matchday, it seems Massimiliano Allegri will select Christopher Nkunku to start against Lazio tomorrow for AC Milan. There has been a lot said about strikers recently, and Christian Pulisic's injury probably reinforces the need for additional cover. Santiago Gimenez's injury has left the team a little bare, and the American's absence proves that. Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Nkunku have reportedly been the two choices for Allegri for Saturday,"
"Nkunku's chance MilanNews writes that the former Chelsea man seems to have the upper hand, with it potentially highlighting the fact that Allegri could prefer to play on the front foot in tomorrow's game. However, it also could just be that the Italian's hand is forced. If it was not Nkunku, he would lose a midfield change in Loftus-Cheek, if he were to start."
Massimiliano Allegri appears set to start Christopher Nkunku against Lazio given limited striker options following injuries to Santiago Gimenez and Christian Pulisic. Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Nkunku are the two reported choices for the starting lineup, with Nkunku viewed as the more natural forward. Nkunku has scored one goal so far and currently lacks match fitness and confidence. Starting him would retain a midfield option in Loftus-Cheek if not chosen and would allow a more forward-oriented approach. Jean-Pierre Papin has encouraged Nkunku, and the €42 million fee raises expectations for improvement.
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