Ordine reveals the one aspect of Milan’s squad Allegri has been ‘surprised’ by

Massimiliano Allegri has been pleasantly surprised by the level of the AC Milan squad at his disposal, according to Franco Ordine.

Milan’s preseason began at Milanello just over two weeks ago, and it allowed Allegri to get a first look at the team, returning 11 years after his last spell with the Rossoneri ended. Now the squad are currently in the Far East, in Singapore to be precise, as part of a tour with friendlies to play.

While waiting for some further reinforcements from the mercato – with Pervis Estupinan expected to be the next new name through the door – Allegri will have the task of helping some players in their bid for a resurgence.

‘Surprised by the technical quality’

Ordine was a guest on TMW Radio on Monday afternoon during the program ‘Calciomercato e Ritiri’, and he spoke about some of the impressions that he has regarding Milan.

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Are Milan behind in the transfer window?

“I think something concrete will happen this week, including outgoings. Pobega is already a done deal for Bologna for €8 million, I think Emerson Royal is also on the verge of leaving, then Jashari and the Brighton defender could be finalised now.

“It’s clear you can’t want everything right away, but that’s the case for many Serie A teams. Instead, I understand we need to see how the squad is completed.”

How do you assess Allegri’s return to Milanello?

“I found him very determined, enthusiastic about this opportunity, and he wants to make up for his last experience at Juventus. And I found him very surprised by the technical quality of the AC Milan squad.”