Milan v Leeds 1-1: Jashari Positive Debut, Gimenez Scored

 

AC Milan's Mexican striker Santiago Gimenez got back on the scoresheet as the Rossoneri picked up a 1-1 draw in their latest preseason friendly against Leeds United. Aside from Gimenez's goal, the game also marked Ardon Jashari's debut as the Rossoneri's new player, but Luka Modric remains on the bench. 

Milan Held by Leeds as Jashari Impresses and Gimenez Scored 

 The Rossoneri continue their preperataion ahead of the new season with another intriguing friendly against newly promoted Premer League outfit, Leeds. Milan got themselves ahead in the first 45 minutes through Santiago Gimenez's goal, but the EPL side equalized after the break with an effort from Anton Stach. 

Massimiliano Allegri started an unusual starting lineup, giving chances for some young players from the start with Vittorio Magni and Emanuele Sala. However, the interesting part was the debut of one of Milan's new signing, Ardon Jashari. 

The Swiss international put on a solid display for someone who hasn't had many training session yet with the team. His performance cetainly brings out plenty of positive vibe from the Rossoneri fans who  can expect Milan to have a much stronger midfield setup next season. 

Overall, it's a positive test, as it gives players plenty of minutes, including the young players who gets a taste of competitive football. Allegri rested the likes of Rafael Leao and Luka Modric, while only giving little minutes for Samuele Ricci, Alexis Saelemaekers and even Jashari didn't get more than 60 minutes. 

It's understandable as Milan will play another friendly tomorrow against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, so, they will need a fresh lineup. There's also unfortunate situation with Christian Pulisic and Alex Jimenez recovering from injuries. 

Milan's line up vs Leeds:

 P. Terracciano(Torriani)(g); Magni(F. Terracciano), Gabbia, Pavlovic(Thiaw), Estupinian; Musah(Coubis), Sala(Ricci), Jashari(Eletu); Chukwueze(Saelemaekers), Gimenez(Sia), Okafor.