“Rafael Leão and Pulisic with uncertain future in the attack of Milan under Amorim.”

Rúben Amorim arrived in Milan with clear orders: to completely revolutionize the offensive sector of one of the most iconic teams in Serie A. The imminent restructuring of the Milan squad promises to be one of the most drastic in recent years, with several stars set to leave San Siro and the new Portuguese coach facing a real puzzle when the transfer market opens in July. Luka Modric’s departure is practically confirmed, and other high-profile figures are also on the verge of leaving, in a genuine squad overhaul worthy of headlines.

The departure of Modric, who said farewell to the “rossoneri” before heading to North America where he will captain Croatia in the 2026 World Cup, marks the end of an era. The midfielder, winner of the Ballon d’Or in 2018, joins the list of players poised to leave Milan, which also includes Adrien Rabiot and Youssouf Fofana. Massimiliano Allegri, now in charge of Napoli, has already expressed interest in bringing Rabiot back, while Fofana is expected to depart after a season that fell short of expectations. In the attacking sector, the future of Rafael Leão remains shrouded in uncertainty, as does that of Christian Pulisic, who experienced a rather lackluster second half of the season, and Christopher Nkunku, whose debut in Italy was far below expectations. Santiago Gimenez, another notable name, is also in line to leave after a completely disastrous season.


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This authentic revolution is significant not only for its immediate impact on AC Milan’s performance but also for its direct consequences in the fight for the Champions League. After a disappointing season, in which the club was left out of the Champions League qualifying spots, the pressure is on to restore glory to the Milanese emblem. With Amorim at the helm, a renewed playing identity is expected, but everything depends on the pieces available for the Portuguese coach to build his project.

Regarding Rafael Leão, the saga is expected to drag on for a few more weeks. The Portuguese winger, coveted by several top clubs in the Premier League, is just a step away from ending a seven-year association with Milan. However, according to Calciomercato, Amorim plans to hold a face-to-face meeting with Leão after the World Cup, hoping to convince him to stay at San Siro. Leão himself, after a frustrating season under Allegri and the failure to qualify for the Champions League, recently sent an enigmatic message about his future, leaving fans in suspense. Despite a performance below expectations, the forward remains one of the most valued players in Europe, and Amorim believes he can relaunch his compatriot’s career and make him the cornerstone of Milan’s new attack.

In the attacking front, the lack of a natural goalscorer has been fatal for Milan’s aspirations. Milan was the top-6 team in Serie A with the fewest goals scored — only 53 — which highlighted the urgent need for a new “number 9.” Santiago Gimenez, signed from Feyenoord, failed to convince and is expected to be put on the market, making way for a significant reinforcement. Robert Lewandowski was mentioned as a target, but it seems the Polish striker is set to move to MLS, having already reached an agreement with Chicago Fire. With Lewandowski out of the picture, the focus has shifted to Nicolò Zaniolo, who has recently transferred permanently to Udinese, but he is not expected to be the miracle solution, given his modest record of five goals in 32 matches last season. Francisco Camarda, returned from loan at Lecce, may also play a more significant role in the new cycle.

The Pulisic dossier promises to be another summer drama. The American, one of the fans’ favorite figures since arriving from Chelsea in 2023, has not scored since December 2025. The drop in performance and some inexplicable misses have cost Milan precious points and raised doubts about the winger’s continuation, as he enters the final year of his contract. With interest from clubs like Liverpool and Tottenham, this could be Milan’s last opportunity to secure a significant fee from his sale. Pulisic is currently representing the U.S. national team at the World Cup, but he does not hide that “the future is open” — words spoken by himself after the last group stage match.

Regarding Christopher Nkunku, the Frenchman could be returning to English football just a year after leaving Stamford Bridge. Xabi Alonso, the newly appointed Chelsea manager, has reportedly discussed internally the possibility of Nkunku’s return, although sources close to the club advise caution. On the other hand, a transfer to Roma seems more plausible, given that the “giallorossi” are back in the Champions League and looking to bolster their attack.

With the transfer market set to explode, Milan is preparing for one of the most profound overhauls in its recent history. Amorim will need to be quick and shrewd in his decisions, or risk seeing the competition surge even further. The coming months will be crucial in determining whether the Milanese club will finally find its way back to success or continue to be mired in the mediocrity that marked last season. The pressure is entirely on Amorim, who now has the opportunity — and the challenge — to write a new chapter in Milan’s history.

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