Max Allegri is shaking things up at AC Milan. For the crucial Serie A Week 35 clash against Sassuolo at the Mapei Stadium on Sunday (14:00 UK time), the Rossoneri boss is testing a new attacking partnership: Christopher Nkunku alongside Rafael Leao, with Christian Pulisic dropped to the bench.

Milan managed to hold onto third place after a gritty 0-0 draw with Juventus, but the lack of goals is becoming a major headache. Pulisic, in particular, has been struggling. The USMNT forward hasn't scored a single goal in 2026, and his current 16-game drought matches the longest negative streak of his career, previously set during his time at Chelsea.

To reignite the attack, Allegri is turning to a different dynamic. According to Sky Sport Italia, the plan is to pair Leao's explosive pace and dribbling with Nkunku's clever movement and link-up play. This tweak allows Milan to keep their preferred 3-5-2 formation while giving the frontline a fresh, more unpredictable edge.

Changes aren't just up front. Luka Modric is ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery for a fractured cheekbone, which opens the door for Ardon Jashari to step into midfield. On the left flank, Pervis Estupinan and Davide Bartesaghi remain doubts, with Bartesaghi still not fully fit.

For Milan fans, this switch-up signals a clear message: the team needs a spark, and Allegri is betting on the chemistry between Leao and Nkunku to provide it. If it clicks, it could be the key to unlocking Sassuolo's defense and getting the Rossoneri back on track.