"Adrien Rabiot has insisted that this current AC Milan side are built to win now, with even Rafael Leao helping out in the defensive dirty work. Rabiot returned to the starting line-up for Milan against Inter on Sunday night, and the positive trend with the Frenchman continued as he put in another excellent performance, winning his battle with Nicolo Barella in the middle of the park."
"The former PSG man has a record which speaks for itself: in the six starts that he has made in 2025-26, Milan have five wins against Bologna, Udinese, Napoli, Inter and Lecce in the Coppa Italia, and one draw versus Juventus. Not only that, but the Rossoneri have conceded one goal (a Kevin De Bruyne penalty) and zero from open play in that stretch. It shows that he is a very important balancer for Allegri, who has brought the best out of his 'crazy horse' again."
"Because all the elements needed to do so are here: a club like Milan, a great group in the dressing room, and a great coaching staff. Now we have to work week after week, give it our all, and sacrifice ourselves. To win, you have to always give that extra something, and have the mentality the coach instills in us. He's a winner, and I like his personality, his coaching style, his passion for football, and his ambition. He always gives his all, and I see myself in his way of thinking. Off the pitch, he's always very positive, he cracks jokes, and he keeps us calm."
Adrien Rabiot provides midfield balance and defensive stability that have coincided with an immediate upturn in AC Milan's results. In six starts during 2025-26 he has helped Milan to five wins and a draw, conceding only one goal (a penalty) and none from open play across that run. Rabiot reclaimed a starting spot against Inter and outplayed Nicolo Barella. Rafael Leao contributes to defensive duties when required. Rabiot credits a strong dressing room, club infrastructure and coaching staff for the team's readiness to win and praises Allegri's winning mentality and calming presence.
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