Paulo Fonseca is playing for Milan. Tonight is the great opportunity or perhaps the last to hold on to the Rossoneri bench. The moment is delicate and only a positive and convincing result could save a situation that has become complicated again after the defeat against Liverpool. The Portuguese coach has reached a crossroads and if we consider that it is only the fifth day, the project that began in the summer risks being shattered on the rocks. It is clear that it will be the most important night of this season and the immediate future of Milan will also depend on how it ends. Making predictions is not easy but in the meantime the rumors are starting to make themselves heard. Rumors translated into pos on the horizon. Obviously provided that things precipitate. And so after Terzic, here are the names of Sarri and Tudor. In addition to them, Sergio Conceicao and Tuchel should not be underestimated. For now nothing in depth but the air that blows around Fonseca is anything but serene. So the answers will come from the derby. Milan can no longer wait: either they restart with determination or the turning point becomes inevitable.
And if the Portuguese coach is at risk, a new era has begun at Roma. De Rossi’s dismissal has caused a stir, a decision that the ownership made despite the trust shown in him, with a contract until 2027 signed no later than 3 months ago. The results of this start have not been up to par and in the end it was De Rossi who paid the price, who still deserved trust. Now there are no more excuses for the team entrusted to Juric.
The Croatian coach has shown over the years that he has excellent qualities. He has had a growth path through Crotone, Genoa, Verona and Turin. In short, he has everything to lead a club like Roma. He does not lack personality, but now he will have to deal with pressure and ambition, given that the objective is to try to return to the Champions League. Beyond the module, one of the first moves will be to solve the problems in attack, given that so far only Dovbyk and Shomurodov have scored in that department.
Even a bit of the market. It’s true that January is still a long way off but some clubs are already thinking about free transfers. One of the most sought-after players remains Jonathan David. The fact that his contract expires in June 2025 makes him attractive to many clubs, who are aiming to invest in a top-quality striker. It’s no news that Inter have been on his trail for some time but Juventus are also starting to show interest in the Canadian striker. For the Bianconeri, it could be an opportunity to seize on the fly in view of next season. Competition is increasing, and Arsenal is also interested in David. For now, the English club hasn’t made a decisive move but could do so soon. Arsenal, who among other things have never hidden their appreciation for Vlahovic, who seems to be from afar, even before his transfer to Juventus. In short, an auction could break out for David and for this very reason, Inter are thinking about how to anticipate the move and the January transfer window would be the right opportunity. Even if an exit in the offensive sector would still be needed.