Sun Feb 02 17:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Milan Manager Addresses Team Turmoil Ahead of Derby

**MILAN** – AC Milan is facing a whirlwind of changes ahead of tonight’s derby against Inter Milan. The club’s training ground has been a hive of activity, with departures and arrivals creating a chaotic atmosphere. Alvaro Morata has left for Istanbul, and Davide Calabria, after 18 years with the club, departed in tears. Meanwhile, Mexican striker Santiago Gimenez arrived for a medical and contract signing, but won’t feature in tonight’s match.

A two-hour summit between Zlatan Ibrahimovic, manager Sergio Conceiçao, and the team addressed the upheaval. Conceiçao refuted rumors of strained relationships within the squad, but admitted that the team’s playing style doesn’t fully align with his vision. He acknowledged a need for adaptation, hinting that he needs to adjust to the current Milan squad rather than forcing his preferred high-pressing style.

The manager also addressed the potential transfer of Fikayo Tomori to Tottenham, stating that the player’s future is yet to be decided. The club is reportedly interested in replacing him with either Georgian player Goglichidze or Portuguese player Antonio Costa.

Despite the turmoil, Conceiçao insists there’s no clear favorite for the derby, dismissing any lingering impact from the previous Riyadh Supercoppa match. He declared his focus on Milan’s weaknesses rather than Inter’s strengths, emphasizing the team’s need to fight for a win, even without midfielder Fofana. The manager confirmed that Ismael Bennacer will likely start and that newcomer Walker from Manchester City will be available.

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