Milan need four signings for Fonseca to excel – the roles required

With Paulo Fonseca’s arrival at Milanello close, AC Milan are matching his visions with their evaluations of the current squad to give him the tools to excel in the role. 

Plans for the summer mercato have been made in advance of Fonseca’s arrival, but they may be altered slightly to match his visions. This season has shown how quickly cracks can emerge within a team and how costly that can be, we’re looking at the defensive crisis in particular.

However, the foundations are strong, and whilst investment is needed, as Pioli has said, there is a good base to build from. Now, the base must be further strengthened with investment this summer, alongside growing the current players.

As Tuttosport (via Milan News) reports, four targets are required. However, three priorities are in place for starting roles.

The top of the list is a striker. Giroud’s departure only strengthened the desire to invest heavily in his heir, and this is where most of the investment will be allocated. It will not stop there, though, as Fonseca also wants another central defender, which the report suggests could be left-sided, to play alongside Fikayo Tomori.

Additionally, another right-back is requested, and they will ideally compete with Davide Calabria for the starting role. Finally, a defensive-minded midfielder is also desired, given the depth issue in this position.

Several names are being considered for each role. Benjamin Sesko, Jonathan David, Joshua Zirkzee and Serhou Guirassy all feature in the idea for a new No.9. Buongiorno, Tiago Santos, Youssouf Fofana, and Sofyan Amrabat are targets for the other roles.