PIOLI PLANS BIG A.C. Milan CHANGES AGAINST SASSUOLO

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A.C. Milan is looking to make some big changes to their team when they face Sassuolo on Sunday.

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Manager Stefano Pioli has revealed his plans to revamp the team in key areas, as well as give some of the younger players a chance to shine.

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The Rossoneri have had a mixed start to the season, with some strong performances but also some unconvincing ones.

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Pioli is looking to make some changes to the team in order to get the best out of his players and to help them reach their full potential.

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One of the biggest changes could come in defence. Pioli is considering using a back-three system

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with Alessio Romagnoli, Mateo Musacchio and Ricardo Rodriguez all pushing for a start.

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This would provide a more solid foundation for the team, as well as allowing Pioli to play two up front.

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Pioli is looking to rest some of the more experienced players, such as Franck Kessie, Hakan Calhanoglu and Lucas Biglia.

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This could open the door for the likes of Manuel Locatelli and Lucas Paqueta to get an opportunity in the starting line-up.

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