Three goals in the first six league matches and a growth that has not gone unnoticed. Diego Moreira is carving out an increasingly important role in Ruben Amorim’s Milan, after a season start in which he had not managed to secure a regular starting shirt.

The Belgian talent, however, has made the most of the chances given, showing he can be a valuable resource for the Rossoneri’s attacking department. The turning point is said to have come after the clash with Lazio, followed by a national team break that was particularly positive for the number 22.

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Milan, Moreira towards a starting shirt against Sassuolo

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport this morning, Moreira has definitively convinced Amorim, so much so that he is considered favored to start from the first minute in the away match against Sassuolo.

The Belgian is expected to operate on the front three alongside Christian Pulisic, forming an offensive pair capable of delivering quality, unpredictability and solutions in the final metres.

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For Moreira this would be an important opportunity to consolidate his role in the Rossoneri hierarchy.

Milan, Moreira seeks continuity after a surprising start

The winger’s growth represents a positive news for Amorim, who will be able to count on an increasingly convincing offensive alternative.

The clash against Sassuolo could therefore mark another step in Moreira’s season: after surprising everyone with his goals, the Belgian now wants to prove he deserves continuity from the first minute.