Journalist Riccardo Trevisani made headlines during the episode "Cronache di Spogliatoio", launching a provocation on AC Milan's young talent, Davide Bartesaghi. The commentator asked: “What if Bartesaghi had a Bale-like career?” and explained that his question is not about the player's value, but about his tactical evolution.
Trevisani began by recalling Milan's recent difficulties in the Europa League, where the team suffered three defeats against European teams. Coaches and fans have criticized Amorim's management, accusing him of not speaking Italian, of getting formations wrong and of making Milan look nervous. Despite these criticisms, Milan has shown a positive record in the league, with five wins, three draws and no defeats. The journalist underlined that the team reacted well and that the wrong formation against Benfica was the main cause of that negative result.
In the context of this analysis, Trevisani wanted to highlight Bartesaghi, who has proven to be a versatile player. The youngster, originally deployed as a low back, has shown that he can also play the role of a tall winger and, in the future, potentially as an added attacker. The journalist noted that although his base is defensive, his speed and commitment make him well suited to pushing forward.
The comparison with Gareth Bale was only used to illustrate Bartesaghi's tactical transformation journey. Trevisani made it clear that he did not intend to compare the value of the youngster to the famous Spaniard, but only to show how a player can evolve from a defensive role to a more offensive role. He also underlined that some fans prefer to see him in attack, while others see him better in defence, but the important thing is to recognize his potential to push.
Finally, Trevisani urged fans not to take his comment literally, but to consider the underlying logic: a defensive player who can become a quality attacker. Milan, with their current league form, appear ready to make the most of Bartesaghi's talent, while the player's future remains to be seen based on the tactical needs of the coaching staff.