"As AC Milan continue their hunt for a new centre-back, it is possible that the main solution might be internal. La Gazzetta dello Sport begin their piece on Koni De Winter by pointing out that he is someone who is at his best in the winter. Jokes aside, it is something that has been confirmed by the defender's performances in the last few weeks."
"De Winter is carving out a role for himself in the squad under Massimiliano Allegri, after a first few months that were decidedly below expectations. Despite the natural disorientation of moving from a lower-tier team to one fighting for the Scudetto, the Belgian seemed unable to find his feet. He made tactical and positioning errors, and this made him a poor copy of the one he wore for the Rossoblu, perhaps because he was trying too hard to impress."
"The plaudits are two-fold. Firstly, Allegri did his part to get De Winter playing at close to his best levels by persevering with him and gradually finding the right position in the back three for him. The player also did a good job adapting to the needs of the manager and shaking off any nerves. Regarding a potential signing, it becomes a matter of opportunity. As Allegri says, 'the management will be ready' if something comes up."
Koni De Winter initially struggled after moving from a lower-tier team to AC Milan, making tactical and positioning errors and appearing unable to find his feet. Massimiliano Allegri persevered with the defender and adjusted his position within the back three, allowing De Winter to adapt to the manager's needs and overcome nerves. Recent performances have shown increasing confidence, culminating in a goal against Roma that contributed to a draw. The improved displays have reduced the urgency for an external defensive signing, though club management remains prepared to act if a suitable opportunity arises.
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