Milan are set to host Empoli at San Siro on Saturday evening for the 14th round of Serie A action in the 2024-25 season. Reports indicate that Yunus Musah will once again take up a role on the right flank, offering tactical flexibility for Paulo Fonseca’s side.
Musah’s Dual Role in the Line-Up
Yunus Musah is expected to start on the right wing for Milan, according to pre-match analysis. His responsibilities will differ depending on the phase of play—off the ball, he is set to operate as a winger, while in possession, his positioning will shift to bolster the midfield. Calciomercato has described his role as providing an additional midfield presence to support Milan’s transitions.
Musah is anticipated to line up alongside Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leão, supporting Alvaro Morata, who leads the attack. Meanwhile, Tijjani Reijnders and Youssouf Fofana are likely to continue as the double pivot in midfield.
Abraham to Start on the Bench
Despite a strong showing midweek in the Champions League, where Tammy Abraham contributed a goal and an assist against Slovan Bratislava, he is expected to begin the match as a substitute. Paulo Fonseca appears to favor Morata for this fixture and has hinted at maintaining the current system.
The Milan manager acknowledged during his press conference that he is considering reintroducing a two-striker formation, similar to the set-up used in their victory against Inter earlier this season. However, Fonseca suggested that such a tactical change is unlikely for the game against Empoli. “It’s an idea that’s still in my head,” he explained. “It’ll be an option when I think it can be an advantage for us.”
Key Tactical Decisions Ahead
With Milan looking to maintain momentum in the league, Fonseca’s selections and tactical adjustments could play a pivotal role. Empoli’s visit to San Siro provides another opportunity for the Rossoneri to refine their balance between attacking creativity and defensive solidity.
