Strahinja Pavlovic seemed like a mistake of a signing in the first half of the season, but AC Milan did not give up on him. Now, that looks like a wise move.
Throughout the first part of the season, many thought that Pavlovic was struggling too much to be a genuine starter for Milan. So, when reports emerged that suggested he could leave in January, there were no surprises.
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However, there was also intrigue from Atalanta in the latter part of the window, and the Rossoneri opted to keep him. Now, that looks like a great decision.
In the past few months, the Serb has remade himself and looks a lot more solid at the back, with his best performance coming against Udinese on Friday night. Though it is a performance that we have seen quite regularly.
As Milan Press write, the youngster showed heart in defence, something which the Diavolo have been crying out for. Then, he also has fewer responsibilities on the ball, which lessens the risk of a mistake.
So, there is a genuine question to be asked about whether the future at the back can be built with Pavlovic, after all, he has already shown how much passion he has, and if he can sharpen his traits, it would surely be a no-brainer.
Real Madrid have already taken an interest in his recent performances, so perhaps it is a sign that Milan were initially missing.
Continue with 3 CBs
Conceicao can still make top 4( and hopefully, the Italian cup).
Pavlovic and Tomori will adapt and improve significantly in their new roles as Cbs covering the left and right channel respectively.
Bertasaghi, has the attributes to the deputize pavlovic as the LCB.
Keep Conceicao, offload deadwood players, and invest wisely for next season.
Bro we can dream about top 4 , but this story end 3 rounds ago.. it’s true , there are teams like Bologna, Fiorentina and also AS Roma who have last 6 games harder then we have. But that is not enough because Juve are 8 points ahead of us and their hardest opponents are Bologna and Lazio… Atalanta same… if they don’t panicking those last games, they are in CL. Now we can hope only on 5th place and for winning coppa Italia.
But I believe we came stronger next season and will fight again for top 4 🙂 this CL pause is something what our management need for future
On top of being a solid contributor Pav has the right energy.
Only with a back 3 in a system based on man marking. Basically only if Gasperini is the next coach 🙂
Sick at the confusion shown by milan all the time.
Regarding central defender – one day tomori is tops; tge next day it us pavlo; next day it’s gabbia; day after it’s tchiaw.
Sick and really fed up.
The thing is manger doesn’t give consistent time to them
Pavlović just needs to play on a regular basis. His qualities are undeniable. His grit is contagious and will reflect on the team as a whole. Gabbia as an anchor, Pavlović on the left and another CB on the right and we are good to go.
I said many times in the past. Pavlovic needs to stay, he needs to start and needs to play more. He obviously has the talent to play regularly.
Pavlovic will sure stay.. he and Gabbia are our top defenders. Now it’s important to continue in this new formation. This can help whole squad and maybe save Conceicao’s job. I’m exited how we will play against Atalanta.
We need to stick with 3 man defense cause its the system used in the national team and will bw easier to integrate gabbia to the national team as well.
Get comuzzo and coppola for defense.
Sometimes,I wonder if these people are normal human beings, too many ups and downs, it’s pretty clear that pavlovic is the best CB we have,he is ambitious and has heart unlike a player like LEAO who has low mentality despite his talent.. Milan needs to have a plan ahead of next season to avoid falling into the same pit
Fingers crossed to see what happens soon.. Forza Milan
Pavlovic has a big future. He’s definitely better in a back 3. It allows him to make better use of being a left foot player.
It’s also how he plays in his national team.
Who knows what Milan’s formation, style and coach will be next year.
If it does revolve around 3 CBs formation then he will be vital.
If not the he’s likely to have another inconsistent year.
Guys, don’t get too excited for 3 man defence. Gasparini and Inzaghi are the masters of this formation. Against these 2 teams will be the true test, don’t get your hopes up
Mymilan, mymilan. Great team since the days if seedorf, kaka, maldini etc. the 3 defends will be great, I love our currentt coach and hope we’d win our remaining matches, we can still make it to CL
Pavlovic that was in direct fault for Napoli goals just weeks ago? And got a stupid red against Lazio a month ago? Is this the same guy or Milan got a new Pavlovic? “ Now, that looks like a wise move. “ He was worse in 2nd part of season than in the first. ?????