Strahinja Pavlovic has no fracture after the Como clash but suffers a soft-tissue hematoma around his left fibula and faces a short-term absence. With Tomori, Gabbia and De Winter likely to deputise, punters may avoid backing a Milan clean sheet for the Parma match and instead consider bets on both teams to score or on Milan conceding at least once.
Milan receive injury relief as Pavlovic cleared of fracture
Strahinja Pavlovic was confirmed to have no fracture after being withdrawn at half-time in Milan’s draw with Como. Scans revealed a soft-tissue hematoma around his left fibula, a painful but non-fracturing injury that could still sideline him for a short period.
Medical update and expected recovery
The medical assessment ruled out a serious break, but Pavlovic will undergo conservative treatment and monitoring. The club expects a brief spell on the sidelines, with a target to have him fit again by the trip to Cremonese in early March if recovery goes smoothly.
Availability ahead of Parma clash
Pavlovic is a doubt for Sunday’s Serie A meeting with Parma. The coaching staff will assess him in the week, but preparations are being made without him as a likely starter.
Defensive options: Tomori, Gabbia and De Winter to step up
With Pavlovic uncertain, the likely back three will involve Fikayo Tomori, Matteo Gabbia and Koni De Winter — the same combination used after Pavlovic’s withdrawal. Expect tactical tweaks from the coach to preserve defensive balance while maintaining offensive support from the full-backs.
Tactical implications for Allegri and Milan
Losing a central defender like Pavlovic disrupts continuity and aerial presence. Milan may adopt a more cautious setup early in the Parma match, prioritising defensive organisation and relying on Tomori’s experience to marshal the reconfigured back line.
Betting implications and match outlook
Pavlovic’s absence increases uncertainty over Milan’s clean-sheet prospects. Punters might prefer markets such as both teams to score, over 1.5 total goals, or Milan to concede at least once, rather than backing a confident Milan shutout. Monitor late team news for final confirmations before placing bets.
Milan will breathe a sigh of relief this morning, after medical examinations revealed that Strahinja Pavlovic has not suffered a fracture after being forced off at half-time in Milan’s Serie A draw ...
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