The Rossoneri coach is getting ready for the challenge against Udinese: “It’s important to win tomorrow; we will think about the Champions League and Lecce afterwards.” And regarding Ibrahimovic’s return…
“With a 2 goals advantage in the half time, I believe it’s quite normal and fair to consider the draw with Napoli as a defeat, says Stefano Pioli, ahead of the match against Udinese, analyzing Milan’s previous performance: “It’s a shame about that early second-half goal that gave them momentum, but it’s in the past now; only tomorrow matters.”
Which player is recovering for the game tomorrow?
In preparation for tomorrow’s match, Milan will “field the best possible lineup with the intention of returning to victory,” says the Rossoneri coach. “Then there will be time to think about the Champions League (PSG) and Lecce.”
Loftus-Cheek has recovered and will be available for tomorrow,” Pioli added. “Pulisic is not available, but he will be there on Tuesday with Chukwueze, and there are good chances for Kjaer to be available tomorrow.”
“I’m certain of one thing: I’ve never had such a solid, cohesive, compact, eager, and available group, not even in the year we won the championship. And it has come together quickly. I coach a fantastic group, and we need to take advantage of it.”
The packed schedule: What does Pioli think?
Regarding the crowded schedule, Pioli says: “We coaches are not involved in creating the calendar; otherwise, we would point out that playing so often increases the risk of injuries.”
The transfer market: Who does Pioli want in January?
“I’m in discussions with the club, I want a defender to arrive in January; I believe the club will be well-prepared,” Pioli added, especially considering the absences of Kalulu (recently operated) and Pellegrino.
Ibrahimovic’s return
“An Ibrahimovic return? I don’t know; I work with many people. But there would be any problems with me,” commented Pioli on a potential return of the Swedish player to the club.
