In a surprising turn of events at Milanello, Theo Hernandez is likely to be excluded from the starting lineup against Roma for the third consecutive match. Milan coach Paulo Fonseca remains unsatisfied with the French defender’s recent training performances, leading to his continued omission following the games against Genoa and Verona.
Calciomercato report that this decision is particularly unexpected given Milan’s injury woes, including the absence of Rafael Leao for the crucial match against Roma. Fonseca has been experimenting with alternative formations in training, primarily focusing on two potential solutions.
The first option sees Filippo Terracciano stepping in as left-back, with Alex Jimenez positioned as a high winger on the left flank. This would mark Jimenez’s third start in Serie A this season, showcasing Fonseca’s faith in the young Spanish talent.
Alternatively, Fonseca is considering a formation that retains Alvaro Morata as the lone striker, rather than opting for Tammy Abraham. This setup would see Tijjani Reijnders playing in an advanced midfield role, with Terracciano partnering Youssouf Fofana in central midfield. In this scenario, the surprising choice of Davide Bartesaghi could see him filling in for Hernandez at left-back.
These tactical adjustments highlight Fonseca’s willingness to shake up the squad, even if it means benching a key player like Hernandez.
