‘Stay in the present, stay focused’ – What Filippi told Maignan before Milan-Lecce

Mike Maignan kept an eighth Serie A clean sheet on Sunday night, when AC Milan faced Lecce, and footage has revealed what Claudio Filippi told the shot stopper before the game.

This season, Maignan has been a man reborn. His form has been superb, and the Frenchman is back to looking like one of the best in the world. Unfortunately, for months, his performances came with a slight pain, given that his contract is up in the summer.

However, talks are going well now, according to reports, and he could extend his deal very soon. As a result, the joy of seeing him keep a clean sheet remains at that, just joy.

Filippi’s message

One man who has been particularly important to the decision is Filippi, who has helped the goalkeeper return to his previous levels. The coach is regarded as one of the best in the business, and it is clear that the pair have a great relationship.

Before the game, this was proven further. Rather than giving him specific pointers, before the game, Filippi just reminded the Frenchman of his ability, and this has been revealed thanks to footage from DAZN, as relayed by MilanNews.

“Listen to me, it’s fundamental: stay in the present, stay focused on what’s happening right now. What’s happening before, to others, on the pitch, teammates, opponents, stay focused on what’s happening to you, do your thing, as you did there at the end.

“For me, that was fantastic. That’s it, just stay focused on the game: it’s important, Mike!”