According to MilanNews, the concern with Giroud in the Milan team is not his age or performance, given that he seems to be defying aging trends, as Zlatan Ibrahimovic has noted. The issue lies in the team’s heavy reliance on him as the primary goal scorer in the striker position.
While Giroud seems to improve with age like fine wine, his recent suspension for arguing with the referee means he won’t be available for the upcoming league matches against Fiorentina and Frosinone. This incident suggests that age doesn’t always bring a mellowing effect.
At 37, Giroud understandably lacks the same physical endurance and energy reserves as someone much younger. Consequently, the Rossoneri management is actively exploring various profiles for future strikers. Some names in consideration include Serhou Guirassy from Stuttgart, Jonathan David from Lille, and Akor Adams from Montpellier. Milan is particularly interested in Adams due to certain technical attributes that make him a potential ideal center-forward, in addition to his goal-scoring abilities.
It’s crucial to note that Luka Jovic and Noah Okafor are already part of the current squad and will play significant roles in the next two league games. Both players bring different strengths and playing styles to the team. Okafor is noted for his technical prowess, movement, and dynamism, while Jovic is recognized for his physical presence in the box and his ability to contribute to build-up play, facilitating the runs of wingers and midfielders.
In the absence of Rafa Leao, who is recovering from injury, Okafor and Jovic will likely take on key roles, both as starters and substitutes. Ultimately, it will be up to Stefano Pioli to determine who can contribute most effectively to the team’s cause in these crucial matches.
