Santiago Gimenez returned to the AC Milan Squad After helping Mexico to win the Concacaf Gold Cup 2025 and to be reunited with new Star teammate Luka Modric. After the debut of Modric in the recent friendship of Milan against Chelsea” Gimenez shared his thoughts about the arrival of the Croatian legend and the impact he already has on the team.
Under the new head coach Massimiliano Allegri, Milan has undergone important changes this season, including important departure such as Theo Hernandez and Tijjani Reijnders, as well as various new signing sessions. The Rossoneri suffered a loss of 4-1 in the friendly Sunday against Chelseawho marked the unofficial debut of Modric.
Gimenez spoke with Sky Sports prior to the new season and expressed his enthusiasm. ‘I have a lot of energy for what awaits us and I will give everything for the club. I am still the same Santiago, but with more hunger, more desire and above all more passion“He said.
Gimenez did not stop when he discussed the team’s ambitions: “The winter transfer window is difficult – you arrive at a new team and the situation is not easy. But now everything starts from zero. I am very motivated and I believe a lot in myself and the team. I don’t make promises, but I want to win the scudetto Milan. “
Looking ahead to the impact of signing the club, Gimenez added: “The arrival of Modric, which has won so many titles, will certainly motivate us. At Milanello, the atmosphere feels other than previous months; The impression is very good. Allegri is a coach who really unites the team and works with great intensity. From the first day, I’m sure this will be a great season. “
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Since he came to Milan in January from Feyenoord for € 32 million, Gimenez was released in 19 games, scored six goals and offers three assists. Now that the recovery of fitness and insisting on a starting point under Allegri, the Mexican striker is optimistic about the role of Modric as an important addition to the aim of the Glorie team in the 2025-26 season.
Gimenez who is not surprised by potential competition
With the recent move from Alvaro Morata to Como, Gimenez is now the only natural striker of Milan. The lack of options at the front has led rumors that the club can pursue a new attacker, with that of Manchester United Rasmus Hojlund Under the leading candidates.
When asked if he is worried about the arrival of another striker, Gimenez was clear: “Am I worried about another striker coming? No, on the contrary. That would be a joy and satisfaction. The larger and more competitive the team, the more you grow. I will work hard to score many goals. “
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