AC Milan’s recent friendly victory over Manchester City, highlighted by Lorenzo Colombo’s brace and Marco Nasti’s goal, has shed light on more than just the scoreline. While the match showcased the progress of Paulo Fonseca’s tactical implementation and the impressive form of players like Saelemaekers and Chukwueze, it also raised questions about certain player exclusions.
Calciomercato journalist Daniele Longo reports that most notably, Yacine Adli remained on the bench for the entire 90 minutes, a decision that speaks volumes about his current standing in the team. Fonseca’s choice to adapt Florenzi as a midfielder alongside Bennacer, and later opting for Pobega when Florenzi was injured, clearly indicates Adli’s position on the fringes of the squad.
This exclusion aligns with Milan’s current stance on Adli’s future. The club considers the Franco-Algerian midfielder to be on the market and is open to offers. Adli finds himself in a delicate situation, aware that he needs to start from scratch to convince Fonseca of his value to the team.
For Milan, while they appreciate Adli’s qualities, the decision is also influenced by market opportunities and the need for certain financial sacrifices. Al-Shaabab has reportedly signaled an impending offer of €14 million, which would likely meet Milan’s valuation.
However, Adli himself is not in agreement with a potential move. Despite the recent signals suggesting his peripheral role in the team, the midfielder is determined to stay at Milan and fight for his place. This stance sets the stage for a potentially complex situation as the transfer window progresses.
