Paolo Di Canio has reignited criticism of Rafael Leao, claiming AC Milan carry out higher with out the Portuguese winger.
Leao is enduring a tough interval marked by inconsistent performances, harm issues and reported tensions throughout the squad, together with a latest disagreement with Christian Pulisic. Ongoing hypothesis over his contract state of affairs has solely added to the uncertainty surrounding his future.
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Talking on the Legends Trophy occasion, with , Di Canio pointed to Milan’s improved output in Leao’s absence.
“With out him, Milan rating extra objectives and look extra strong: 21 objectives in eight matches with out Leao,” he stated. “Will he get offended? I don’t care. He’s not my brother or cousin. I’ve received nothing in opposition to him.”
Paolo Di Canio
Di Canio questions Leao contribution at Milan
The previous Italy ahead additionally questioned ’s general contribution past objectives, suggesting the winger advantages from the character of Serie A defending.
“He scores extra by enjoying much less as a striker as a result of in Italy it’s simpler. Defences aren’t that robust, so he can all the time discover a second. The difficulty is what you produce throughout the match past the aim.”
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Di Canio insisted his feedback weren’t private, however moderately aimed toward elevating requirements inside a Milan facet nonetheless chasing the Scudetto beneath Massimiliano Allegri.
“If I had a lazy participant scoring three objectives per recreation, possibly I’d settle for it. However Milan can’t afford that in the event that they wish to construct solidity, not simply on the pitch however in angle. I’m not saying they need to promote him, possibly he turns it round and I’ll be the primary to confess I used to be incorrect.”