MAIGNAN IS MVP FROM INTER v A.C. Milan
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Why Mike Maignan’s heroics present a new Milan dilemma
As Milan picked up a 1-0 win over Inter, Mike Maignan was the centre of attention. The Frenchman was pivotal in the tie, saving a penalty and also making two key saves to keep the Nerazzurri out. As the dust settles from the tie,
Milan turned down Chelsea’s proposal for Mike Maignan in the summer, but with no renewal secured, the Frenchman’s departure at the end of the season remains on the table.Milan keeper Maignan is
Maignan’s mind game worked out as the Milan star eventually denied Calhanoglu, saving his second consecutive penalty kick. “Even though he’s only slightly off-centre in the goal, visually the right side of Maignan looks much wider and it tempts you to shoot there,” ex-Lazio goalkeeper Luca Marchegiani told Sky Sport.
The match was intense, especially in the second half when Inter Milan was awarded a penalty. Under immense pressure, Maignan employed clever psychological tactics to influence the penalty taker, Hakan Çalhanoğlu.
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Juventus are preparing to make a move for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan as contract talks between the French international and the Rossoneri stall, opening the door for a potential free summer transfer.
Lowest Inter rating: Sommer and Calhanoglu 5 – Calhanoglu missed the penalty kick in the second half. The goalkeeper should have done more on the Saelemaekers shot that led to Milan’s winner. It was a tricky one, but not powerful at all, and Sommer was not in the best position to catch it.
Inter Milan and AC Milan head into the derby with goalkeepers Yann Sommer and Mike Maignan under intense scrutiny, not only for their role on the pitch, but also for what comes next. Sommer and