Christian Pulisic has been officially ruled out of AC Milan’s upcoming match against Lazio due to a thigh injury sustained earlier this week. The American forward, who scored the decisive goal in last Sunday’s derby, will not be part of the squad as the team opts for a cautious approach to protect his fitness.
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In Pulisic’s absence, Christopher Nkunku is set to take his place in the starting lineup. Nkunku has been training with Rafael Leão as manager Massimiliano Allegri explored options to fill the gap left by Pulisic.
Starting Lineup Changes
- Christian Pulisic: Ruled out due to a thigh issue.
- Christopher Nkunku: Expected to start and seek his first Serie A goal.
- Ruben Loftus-Cheek: Likely to begin on the bench.
- Alexis Saelemaekers: Fit to start after recovering from a back issue.
Allegri aims to maintain consistency within the squad, intending to retain 10 of the 11 players from the last match against Parma. The only enforced change is due to Pulisic’s injury, as the team looks to avoid further complications from his muscle problem.
Match Context
This upcoming fixture will be critical for the team as they continue to build momentum in the Serie A. Milan is focusing on several tactical adjustments, utilizing Loftus-Cheek’s versatility and Saelemaekers’ recent return to provide depth on the right wing.
As the match approaches, fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how Aston Villa’s loan star, Nkunku, performs in this crucial opportunity to secure a place on the scoresheet.
