Italian media pazzidifanta reported that since Nkunku and Pulisi are both absent at the same time, Loftus-Cheek may make a guest appearance as a forward.

According to reports, Nkunku, who was stepped on his big toe during the national team match on Friday, underwent a test on Saturday, and the results confirmed that he was unable to play. This is undoubtedly adding insult to injury for coach Allegri, who is already short of personnel. Nkunku has also joined the injury list composed of Rabiot, Pulisic, Estupinian and Yasari.

With two attackers, Nkunku and Pulisic, absent at the same time, Milan's forward options have become stretched. This forces Allegri to consider emergency tactical plans. He is evaluating the possibility of using Loftus-Cheek as the second striker. This scenario has already appeared in the game against Lecce.

This injury is also a heavy blow to Nkunku personally. As a player who joined at the buzzer of the transfer window, he missed the entire pre-season preparations and has been lagging behind his teammates in physical condition. He is the attacker who has played the least time in Allegri so far this season, and his total playing time in the league is less than one hour.

After facing Fiorentina led by former coach Pioli this weekend, Milan will face a devilish schedule. Although there is no European war mission, in the next two weeks, they will face Pisa, Atalanta and Roma. This series of tests will further test the team's lineup depth and competitiveness.