The Milan of Ruben Amorim was born with a precise tactical identity: the 3-4-2-1. A system that the Portuguese coach has used as a trademark in his previous experiences and that also in the red and black represents the basis of the technical project. But precisely because every coach must adapt his ideas to the characteristics of the players at his disposal, perhaps it is time to ask a question: what if the solution to the current problems were a switch to a 3-5-2?

It would not be a betrayal of Amorim’s principles, but an evolution of them. The three-man back would remain the reference point, as would the desire to build from the back and attack with many men. The difference would mainly be in the management of spaces and the balance of midfield.

The current Milan indeed seems to need greater central protection and a more constant presence in midfield. The 3-4-2-1 inevitably asks a lot from the wide players and the two attacking midfielders behind the striker, whereas a midfield of five would allow better use of some squad characteristics.

The possible formation could be this:

(3-5-2): Maignan; Gila, De Winter, Pavlovic; Saelemaekers, Rabiot, Modric, Musah, Diego Moreira; Pulisic, Ramos.

A solution that would first allow greater freedom for the wide players. Saelemaekers and Diego Moreira would have the task of covering the whole flank, but with greater coverage behind. The Belgian has already shown himself to be a valuable player for intensity and sacrifice, while the Portuguese could further highlight his offensive qualities from a wider position.