Longo: Two centre-backs and a right-back – Milan’s defensive plan and targets | OneFootball

AC Milan are expected to reinforce the defence this summer after a season with too many goals conceded, having to resort to outscoring their opponents. According to a report, the Rossoneri already have a clear idea of the mercato.

In the Scudetto season, Milan conceded just 31 goals thanks to an impressive second half of the season on that front. This campaign, with three games left, they have already conceded 42 goals and that is 23 more than the champions Inter.

As reported by Daniele Longo this morning, a revolution is needed at the back. The likes of Davide Calabria and Fikayo Tomori could both leave the club, while the management has expressed its faith in Malick Thiaw.

The plan, which will also be discussed with the new manager, is to sign two centre-backs and a right-back this summer. Maxence Lacroix (Wolfsburg), Lilian Brassier (Brest) and Tiago Santos (Lille) are all high up on the wish list. Provided that the new manager approves, attempts will be made.

This evening, Stefano Pioli will make some surprising changes to the XI, benching the usual defensive starters Calabria, Tomori and Theo Hernandez. A clear signal that the performances haven’t been good enough lately, now on a six-game winless run.

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