First act revolution. It officially starts today the journey of Milan by Seedorf, who will make his debut on the Rossoneri bench in the postponement against Verona. It will immediately be a new team, at least in intentions, as the Dutchman explained in the press conference on the eve. “I'll play with a 4-2-3-1 because I want to take advantage of the great qualities we have in attack – explained the coach. – The DNA is not lost, you may have some viruses but the antidote is already arriving. I will focus on a game philosophy that I hope will blossom over time, a new path is about to begin. After the departure of the senators, a hole in values has arisen, I want to rebuild them. I have no doubts, we will return to what we once were”. Music to the ears of the downhearted Milan fans, but also to those of Silvio Berlusconi, the real architect of this choice.
“You all know of the great relationship I have with the president, the affection I feel for him is evident – admitted Seedorf. – I am honored to have the trust of him and that of Galliani, with whom I have an equally important relationship ”. Even with the fans, the feeling is quite strong, as demonstrated by Wednesday's reception at Linate. That's why the Dutchman expects special help from them, starting this evening. "We need the support of the people, that twelfth man I've known in the course of my career" is his appeal, which however, due to some problems of a general nature (a sort of cold war is underway between the Curva Sud and the Digos) risks falling on deaf ears. In any case, tonight's game will be a historic one, which will officially launch Seedorf in his new role as coach.
“How do I live this eve? It's strange, but I feel very good – continued Clarence. – I want to build a career in a place that has given me splendid satisfaction, then it is clear that I have to prove everything but I like challenges. The results will certify my work, but I'm ready". Ambition, charisma and personality: the coach Seedorf, at least for now, does not deviate from the player at all. And this could be the right joker, as Balotelli explained to the Gazzetta dello Sport. "It's normal that you feel more listening to him because you're dealing with someone who has won everything" the thought of Super Mario, one on which the Dutchman will bet a lot to get back on top. “He's a very sweet boy, I'm here to support him and help him grow – Seedorf replied. – I know his qualities well, I am very confident ”. Another of the fixed points will certainly be Kakà, with whom the new AC Milan coach has shared triumphs in series.
“I meet again a friend, but also an extraordinary player who has fully found himself – the Clarence thought. – And then I know I can count on him as a person as well”. In short, the ingredients for a perfect marriage seem to be there, but now the ball will pass to the field. Opposite there will be Mandorlini's Verona, already fatal a group ago at Bentegodi, therefore not to be underestimated. “It's a good team with a great Toni – complimented Seedorf. – But we will have more motivation also by virtue of what happened in the first leg”. As admitted by the coach himself, the formation will be the new 4-2-3-1, moreover in a rather offensive version. De Jong aside, from midfield upwards they will all be on good feet: Montolivo (reported in the middle alongside the Dutch mastiff), Kakà, Honda, Robinho and Balotelli. Mario, cautioned, will have to be very careful and not get booked, because Pazzini's injury (probably a month's stop for him) and Matri's sale have literally deprived the striker department. “We won't sign anyone, the incoming transfer market is closed” Galliani glossed over, but experience has taught us not to fully believe him. In any case, negotiations will only be thought of from tomorrow, because now it's time to focus on Verona. A match that could kick off the beginning of a new era.
