Ruben Amorim has decided to change his tactical approach with Milan, opting for a new 4-4-1-1 formation after the convincing victory against Lecce. The coach confirmed the choice during today's training meeting in Reggio Emilia, highlighting the need to adapt the training to the available players and to give the players a sense of comfort on the pitch.
According to Amorim, the main difference between the new system and the previous 3-4-2-1 lies in the details that can influence the team dynamic. "The important thing is that they understand when to play four or three. Just look at the names in the starting eleven and it is essentially the same team. What changes are small details, but they can change the dynamic of the team," explained the coach. He also stressed that his proposal is still under development and that he does not intend to reveal it before the next match, to prevent his rivals from taking advantage of it.
Milan, in view of the next match against Monaco, could field a formation that includes De Winter and Pavlovic in the centre, Gila as right back and Bartesaghi on the left. In midfield, Musah and Rabiot should be part of the duo, with Modric returning from the bench. The wings, thanks to the new module, could accommodate Chukwueze and Moreira at the same time, while Pulisic would position himself in support of Ramos.
Amorim also reiterated that the main objective is to make players feel at ease, underlining that the new tactic does not involve radical changes but rather a refinement of positions. “I want my players to feel comfortable,” he said, indicating that the transition will be gradual and monitored through the next matches.
With Milan preparing to compete for the top of Serie A, the adoption of 4-4-1-1 represents an attempt to maximize the potential of the squad. The outlook for the next few weeks will be determined by the performances on the pitch and the coach's ability to integrate the new tactical structure with the players' mentality.