Italian media were impressed by Theo Hernandez and Rafael Leao’s performances in Milan‘s 3-0 win over Venezia, with the Rossoneri causing all sorts of trouble from their left flank.
The French defender scored a brace, while Leao assisted Zlatan Ibrahimovic for the opener after just two minutes at the Stadio Penzo yesterday.
The Rossoneri ‘devastated’ Venezia with their players on the left flank, with Theo and Leao ‘unstoppable’ for Paolo Zanetti’s men.
Theo was rated 8/10 by all three Italian sports papers and was named MVP in the game. The 24-year-old ‘destroyed anyone on his way,’ wrote La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Leao was rated 7.5/10 (7 on Tuttosport) and the pink paper highlighted how Stefano Pioli’s comparison between the Portuguese star and Thierry Henry was ‘accurate’ although the Arsenal legend was ‘more consistent.’
Il Corriere dello Sport wrote that Leao was ‘unstoppable’ and ‘so decisive that it was easier to accept his breaks during the game.’
Theo Hernandez ‘very happy’ at Milan and ready for new contract
Both players are currently in talks to extend their contracts with the club until 2026.
After the match, the France international spoke to DAZN, suggesting that he is open to signing a new deal with the Rossoneri.
The dream team down the left hand side for me. I think Rebic is more industrious and provides more defensive support and attacking solidity, but Leao is like lightning when he’s on form. I wish Rebic would accept a more central role because that would be an absolute nightmare to defend against.
If only we had half of this attacking threat on the right side…
@Vero
I was about to say the same thing!!!! Stellar on the left and SillyMaker on the RT – need upgrading right flank. I miss Calabria. But would love someone with more pace marauding forward on the Right.
@vero
I usally dont comment on these things, but Ure right!! Get rid of saladmaker and Krunic