The injuries that prove a point: Amorim left scrambling as Milan suffer first blows

Ben Dixon argues that fresh injury problems have left AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim facing squad depth issues ahead of a demanding run of seven fixtures in 21 days. Winger Alexis Saelemaekers is facing surgery on an unstable ankle that could sideline him until 2027, while full-back Pervis Estupinan requires tests on a knee problem. Additionally, defender Strahinja Pavlovic has shown signs of fatigue after limping off during international duty.

Dixon contends that Milan's summer transfer window failed to properly address key depth needs at wing-back, central defense, and attacking midfield. The writer notes that while free agents are available, their injury records and high wages make substantial January reinforcements necessary.