Milan director Igli Tare says they had been ‘stunned’ by Niclas Fullkrug’s type after the switch from West Ham United, and denies Christopher Nkunku will go to Fenerbahce.
The journey to Cagliari kicks off on the Unipol Domus at 19.45 GMT (20.45 CET).
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That is the opening Serie A match of 2026 and a victory would see the Rossoneri briefly leapfrog Inter to go prime of the desk.
Milan welcome Fullkrug and stand by Nkunku
UDINE, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 20: Igli Tare, Sporting director of AC Milan seems to be on previous to the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and AC Milan at Stadio Friuli on September 20, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Photograph by Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Getty Photographs)
within the squad after the mortgage transfer from West Ham United.
“It’s true there have been different golf equipment all for him, however we had been missing traits on this squad after Gimenez’s damage, so we did nicely to carry Fullkrug in early, in settlement with West Ham,”
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“He brings lots of physicality, a robust presence within the field, however above all nice enthusiasm. We had been all stunned by his superb type in coaching this week and he’s a participant who will assist us to attain our aims.”
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 23: Christopher Nkunku of AC Milan inflates a balloon as he celebrates with teammates after scoring to present the aspect a 2-0 lead through the Coppa Italia Frecciarossa Spherical of 16 match between AC Milan and US Lecce at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on September 23, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Photographs)
Nkunku is out with an ankle damage and there have been studies he’s a part of negotiations with Turkish aspect Fenerbahce, regardless of becoming a member of from Chelsea for €37m in August.
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“It’s regular that through the switch market there shall be rumours, however he was by no means doubtful right here,” Tare stated of Nkunku.
“He took some time to settle in and the accidents didn’t assist. During the last two months, we noticed some enhancements, the 2 targets he scored final week will give him lots of confidence. We imagine he shall be an necessary participant for us.”
MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 28: Davide Bartesaghi of AC Milan gestures through the Serie A match between AC Milan and Hellas Verona FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Photographs)
There have been some doubts for the beginning XI, as Strahinja Pavlovic is battling flu signs, whereas Christian Pulisic and Matteo Gabbia will not be at 100 per cent both, so they’re all on the bench.
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It means Davide Bartesaghi drops into the again three, so are Milan on the lookout for new defenders to bolster the numbers?
“We’re pleased with our defenders, they’re having an excellent season. Clearly, we’re vigilant through the switch window, and shall be prepared if there is a chance to enhance the crew, however proper now we’re pleased with the squad,” concluded Tare.