CorSport: ‘Bondo or Belahyane to change formation’ – Milan plot midfield moves | OneFootball

AC Milan have once again struggled for balance in the first part of the season under Paulo Fonseca, and some midfield moves are reportedly being planned.

As Corriere dello Sport (seen below) reports this morning, what has been most striking about Fonseca’s Milan so far is the total lack of balance in the side. The multitude of goals that they are conceding is not sustainable, with so many of them coming in transition too.

Thus, Milan could decide to morph tactically again Fonseca teased by the idea of ​​switching to 4-3-3. To do so though, some added depth is needed in the department so that there are genuine back-ups to Tijjani Reijnders and Youssouf Fofana, who are playing every game.

If the Diavolo wish to use a three-man midfield as a permanent solution, they need at least one more player. Ismael Bennacer does not offer guarantees at the moment, so the directors have two names in mind: Warren Bondo of Monza and Reda Belahyane of Hellas Verona.

The former has been in Moncada’s sights for a long time, having followed him since his time at Nancy, while the second has been more of a surprise package given the incredible start to the season he is having under Paolo Zanetti.

Both players intrigue Milan, because they would not cost a fortune and they are Under 22 players meaning they could be added to the squad lists for Serie A and the Champions League without any issues (like needing to sell first).

The alternative to the aforementioned domestic duo is Johnny Cardoso, a USA international who is currently playing at Real Betis and was linked with a move during the summer.