"In the summer, AC Milan were looking for a midfield of six. Now, it is impossible to view it as more than a three. When Ardon Jashari was injured near the end of the mercato, Adrien Rabiot's arrival was dependent on Yunus Musah, and vice versa. Musah's exit would only be possible if someone arrived. The reasoning is simple: Massimiliano Allegri wanted six options."
"So, the summer ended with Luka Modric, Adrien Rabiot, Youssouf Fofana, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Samuele Ricci and Ardon Jashari. Six to three: Where does Jashari play? Now, as Tuttosport writes, via MilanNews, it is difficult to look past the first three names on that list. Modric, Fofana and Rabiot are 'irreplaceable', and now the back-ups are struggling to find space in the squad."
"For Jashari, the big money arrival, the question is where he plays when he returns. As a deeper option, he will face Modric, a battle in which he probably won't be successful, probably. Nevertheless, he could find space as the Croatian's 'alter ego', filling in for him whenever he is needed and learning from him, too. This idea is also supported by Ricci's gradual shift into a more advanced role, though the Italian also remains very capable at the base of midfield."
AC Milan entered the summer seeking six midfield options but now effectively have three starters. Ardon Jashari's late-market injury and interdependent moves involving Adrien Rabiot and Yunus Musah reduced maneuvering room. The final group included Luka Modric, Adrien Rabiot, Youssouf Fofana, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Samuele Ricci and Ardon Jashari. Modric, Fofana and Rabiot are viewed as indispensable, pushing backups toward limited opportunities. Jashari faces competition for a deeper role behind Modric and could serve as the Croatian's understudy, while Ricci shifts into a more advanced position. Jashari's starting place is not guaranteed despite the transfer fee.
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