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GdS: Milan remain a work in progress – four major issues Amorim must fix quickly

Ruben Amorim’s AC Milan are still a work in progress, but after seven games of 2026-27 some of the same issues remain. La Gazzetta dello Sport point out that Milan have not lost yet in the league, but they are…

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 1:00 PM
GdS: Milan remain a work in progress – four major issues Amorim must fix quickly
Key Things to Know
  • La Gazzetta dello Sport outlines four major tactical and squad issues manager Ruben Amorim must resolve at AC Milan.
  • The identified problems include defensive inattention, lack of experience, low shot volume, and an inconsistent tactical identity.
  • AC Milan drew their latest Serie A fixture against Sassuolo despite taking the lead through Adrien Rabiot.
The Story in 60 Seconds

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Ruben Amorim's AC Milan remain an unconvincing work in progress despite being unbeaten through seven Serie A matches. Following a frustrating draw against Sassuolo, the Italian outlet highlights four primary issues requiring immediate attention: defensive inattention, a lack of on-pitch experience and leadership, attacking bluntness, and a fluctuating tactical identity.

Amorim identified defensive lapses from set pieces and poor game control as key concerns, stressing that Milan must maintain possession after scoring. The analysis also points out that Milan rank low in shot attempts and struggle with shifting tactical formations, while managing young players still adapting to Italian football.

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