"A few weeks ago, Milan's goal was to come into this game five points behind Inter. However, a few dropped points later and the gap in the standings has increased to ten points, meaning the game isn't so much about the Rossoneri catching up anymore. Instead, it's a case of stopping the bleeding and potentially giving themselves a chance."
"As Massimiliano Allegri was keen to point out during the presser (again), Milan cannot afford to lose sight of their actual target, which is the Champions League."
"Allegri is having to deal with three absences for the game, one of which is pretty significant as Matteo Gabbia has been ruled out. The centre-back recently underwent surgery for a hernia and obviously can't play as a result."
AC Milan prepares for a critical derby match against Inter at San Siro. The Rossoneri trail by ten points in the standings, a significant increase from their earlier five-point deficit due to recent dropped points. Manager Massimiliano Allegri emphasizes that Milan's primary objective is securing Champions League qualification rather than catching Inter in the title race. Milan faces notable absences including centre-back Matteo Gabbia, who underwent hernia surgery, midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek recovering from jaw surgery, and striker Santiago Gimenez. Left-back Davide Bartesaghi's availability remains uncertain pending assessment. The defensive lineup will feature Fikayo Tomori, Koni De Winter, and Strahinja Pavlovic, with Alexis Saelemaekers and potentially Pervis Estupinan on the flanks.
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