Dalot explains how Maldini’s influence during Milan spell helped him improve
Diogo Dalot, Manchester United’s defender, has credited Paolo Maldini for playing a significant role in his development during his loan spell at AC Milan. Dalot’s journey to Milan began after he joined United from Porto, where he initially struggled to secure playing time. Consequently, he was loaned out to Milan for the 2020-21 season, a move that proved pivotal for his career growth. Despite being primarily a right-back, Dalot showcased his versatility by seamlessly transitioning between the right and left sides of the back four, occasionally venturing further upfield, a trait that Milan’s coach Stefano Pioli found invaluable.