Shevchenko discusses emotional Milanello return, Leao’s role, Allegri and Modric

Andriy Shevchenko has admitted that he felt sturdy feelings returning to Milanello right this moment to satisfy the remainder of the squad.

Earlier right this moment, Milan posted photographs of the legendary striker on the coaching floor. He greeted all of the squad members, from Rafael Leao and Luka Modric, to the supervisor Massimiliano Allegri and even the Milan Futuro head coach Massimo Oddo.

The explanation for Shevchenko being in Italy is that the the 2026 World Legends Padel Tour is happening right this moment in Milan, and he spoke to Sky (by way of MilanNews) about his go to to the coaching floor right this moment.

At this time you returned to Milanello…

“It’s stunning, I felt one thing in my abdomen. I haven’t been right here in 4 or 5 years. It was nice to see the group and Coach Allegri. I additionally went to see the youth academy, I even noticed Tassotti. I see Milan successful and that makes me really feel good.”

How did Allegri appear?

“I discovered him energised, cheerful, and optimistic, and it actually makes me consider that Milan can do it; they’re on the correct path. The group is working and transferring, we have to try to put strain on Inter.”

And Modric?

“He’s an incredible participant, he’s at all times impressed me along with his humility. He has nice character, he’s a pacesetter. I requested him how he felt in Milan and if he settled in properly, and he replied that he’s blissful and that the AC Milan followers are particular. And that’s true. Preventing for the Scudetto, for the Champions League, makes the followers blissful and provides you nice vitality.”

How do you see Leao as a striker?

“I feel he and I’ve completely different traits. He’s made a big contribution because the begin of the season. He’s modified roles, nevertheless it’s not suited to his traits. Nevertheless, he’s been very open to the coach’s requests and has had some good matches.

“He’s struggling, however he’s making himself out there; he must adapt to a job that isn’t his personal. It would take time to know if he’s suited to it. He, like others, is giving his all and performing properly.”

Shevchenko’s report speaks for itself, with 175 targets in 322 appearances for the membership. He gained a Champions League title, a Scudetto, a UEFA Tremendous Cup, a Coppa Italia and a Supercoppa Italiana too. He additionally gained the Ballon d’Or in 2004, having helped Milan to the highest of Europe in 2002-03.