The imminent arrival of Charles De Ketelaere from Club Brugge will inevitably make it difficult for Brahim Diaz to keep his spot in AC Milan’s starting XI. However, he needs to see this as a positive development.
It’s no secret that Diaz has struggled to perform on a high level since he got Covid-19 at the start of last season. In fact, towards the end of the season, Stefano Pioli preferred to start either Franck Kessie or Rade Krunic in the No.10 role.
The Spaniard, who has one year left on his loan, must turn the page and show his qualities this season. With the arrival of De Ketelaere at the club, this is easier said than done for the Real Madrid man but it could actually help him, as MilanLive highlights.
Healthy competition is always necessary at a top club and the presence of CDK will surely push Diaz to work even hard in training and when given the chance. Furthermore, all of the pressure will not be on Diaz this season as opposed to last term, with everyone focused on CDK.
Finally, the two players are slightly different in terms of characteristics and thus Pioli could change things up depending on the opponent. Diaz has every reason to believe and, above all, continue to work hard.
