In a critical moment for Paulo Fonseca, Milan faced Inter in a decisive derby, which many believe could determine his future at the club. With pressure mounting after disappointing performances, the Rossoneri’s management turned to an Italian veteran for support, hoping to spark a turnaround. However, despite the new strategy, Milan struggled against their fierce rivals, leading to a disheartening loss that raises questions about Fonseca’s tenure and the team’s direction moving forward.
Longoni: Fonseca a ‘dead man walking,’ Milan lost vs Inter
Milan has faced turmoil since their 1-3 loss to Liverpool earlier this week. Several managers have been linked to the Rossoneri. Fonseca barely holds on, with just one chance left to turn things around.
According to Andrea Longoni’s latest editorial for MilanNews, Fonseca’s fate may already be sealed regardless of tonight’s outcome. What’s more concerning is that the Rossoneri, especially the fans, will have no one to rely on in the derby.
“Fonseca looks like a ‘dead man walking.’ Also for this reason, with what spirit will the players enter the field tonight? The thing that scares those who have Milan in their hearts the most is the lack of references: today, who can a Rossoneri fan cling to?
“Not the coach. Not the team, which on too many occasions has shown it lacks heart and character. Not the club, which lacks real strong figures, where strong means with a high level of competence and experience. The Ibrahimovic factor, to date, has been decidedly negative for Milan,” he wrote.
Inter aims for a seventh straight derby victory, setting a new record, while Milan will do everything to prevent it. However, based on their recent performances, fans aren’t too optimistic.
Milan Taps Italian Veteran as Fonseca Nears Final Act
Paulo Fonseca’s future at San Siro hangs in the balance as Milan faces Inter in a high-stakes Serie A clash on Sunday night. Despite it being just the fifth round, the Portuguese coach’s tenure with the 19-time Italian champions is already at a critical ‘make or break’ moment.
A loss against their fiercest rivals would probably mark the end of Fonseca’s disappointing time at Milan. After a disappointing 3-1 home defeat to Liverpool on Tuesday, the former Roma coach has devised one final strategy to attempt to save his position.
Struggling Milan is expected to adopt a 4-4-2 formation for the first time in a while, with Fonseca aiming to partner Tammy Abraham with Alvaro Morata in attack. If this new tactical change doesn’t succeed, the 51-year-old may soon pack his bags.
As reported by Calciomercato, former Lazio chief of staff Maurizio Sarri has become the preferred candidate among the club’s hierarchy to replace Fonseca. The Italian veteran’s experience puts him ahead of Massimiliano Allegri and Edin Terzic in the selection process.
Milan is so confident that Sarri is the ideal solution to their ongoing issues that they have already dismissed the possibility of considering other candidates. This decision highlights their strong belief in Sarri’s ability to revitalize the team and steer them back to success. On the other hand, Allegri’s troubled second stint at Juventus has severely tarnished his reputation, casting doubt on his ability to adapt to the evolving landscape of modern football.
As a result, Sarri waits patiently on the sidelines while Fonseca clings to hope for a much-needed turnaround in his team’s fortunes. The mounting pressure surrounding Fonseca is palpable, especially given Inter is currently in significantly better form than Milan. With the stakes higher than ever, today’s match could very well mark Fonseca’s final appearance in the Rossoneri dugout, leaving fans and players anxiously awaiting this pivotal clash’s outcome.
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