During the press conference held the evening before the match against Sassuolo, Milan coach RubenAmorim illustrated his tactical decisions and the market prospects for the team. The manager explained why he opted for a four-man defense for the first five games of the season, highlighting the greater mobility and freedom this set-up offers players. Amorim also mentioned the situation of some loan players, such as Athekame, and stressed that their evolution will be monitored in the long term.
Amorim specified that the choice of the four-man defensive line was born from his observation of better ball possession against Benfica, but with a lack of fluidity. “A change was necessary not only to play better, but to change the way we approach the game,” he said, adding that the four-man structure is a tool that helps the team win. Regarding loan players, he reported that he saw Athekame more as a Moreira at the start of the season and that his situation could evolve, but that football is always in flux.
On the topic of internal communication, Amorim expressed his frustration at the difficulty of speaking Italian with club employees. He admitted that if he were another member of staff, he would be more comfortable, but stressed that he still has to interact with president Capello after the matches. “I cannot allow my words to be exploited,” he said, highlighting the importance of feeling comfortable in daily work.
As for the young defense, the coach spoke about Camarda, who has only played eight minutes so far. Amorim stated that the player will receive more space in the coming weeks, especially considering the importance of preparing for the matches in December. “Camarda is learning a lot and is ready to play more minutes,” he said, reiterating his confidence in the young defender's talent. He also stressed that, like in the national teams, it is necessary to rotate the squad to maintain the freshness of the players.
Finally, Amorim reiterated that his main focus remains on the scheduled matches. “I don't have time to think about December, my goal is to win as many games as possible,” he concluded. With the season still underway, Milan is preparing to make the most of the available resources, while the coach continues to monitor the loan players and plan the next transfer phase.