MN: Fonseca eyeing new position for Kalulu – the thinking behind a move

It has been reported that AC Milan are looking for a new right-back this summer, but a report has suggested that the mercato may not be the only way the club finds one.

Davide Calabria’s situation is not a massively concerning one, and Milan are far from desperate to sign another right-back. Instead, the Rossoneri are surveying the mercato to see what options are available to create healthy competition for the position.

Now that Paulo Fonseca has arrived at Milanello and training is well underway, observations have been taking place about players, especially to evaluate what roles they can play within the squad next season, and a player of intrigue is Pierre Kalulu.

In the past, the French defender has played at right-back, but it has not been his go-to position. According to Milan News, though, there is a possibility his future could be in the position, due to early signs in training.

During his first press conference, the Portuguese coach stated he liked the player and admired that he could play in a few different roles, and this thinking has continued into training, where the French defender has impressed at right-back.

“Kalulu plays in both positions [central defence and right-back]. I am satisfied with having almost all the defenders to start the work. Normally I start with the defensive phase, but only Theo is missing. It is positive to have this possibility of having Kalulu with different roles: he is not very attacking but it will depend on the structure of the game. I am satisfied with this possibility of playing in different roles.”

Of course, if this is seen as a viable option, it could retract the need for recruitment in the mercato and strengthen the budget for other positions, such as central defence, where the Rossoneri could be close to starting to invest in.