Milan has started the season very well in terms of results with two wins out of two in the league. Ruben Amorim has always fielded the same defence: Gila on the right, De Winter in the centre and Pavlović on the left, with Gabbia coming on at the end of the matches against Torino and against Venezia.

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Who is Valeri Vladimirov: the modern centre‑back who has impressed Amorim

Ruben Amorim has believed in him from the first moment since he participated in all the summer work of the first team at Milanello from the first day of the training camp. Here are his main characteristics:

Who is Sankhoun Diawara: physicality and French cantera for the Devil

How does the Frenchman play? He is a defender who loves to defend very high, seeking preventive marking and strong anticipation. Here is the profile outline of his tactical profile:

Both Vladimirov and Diawara are two defenders who have undisputed qualities and need space to grow: there are three important competitions and rotations will be inevitable. Amorim does not hesitate to make bold choices on the youngsters: we will see if he will be right during the season.