Beppe Bergomi has questioned whether Adrien Rabiot is suited to the attacking-midfield position Ruben Amorim has deployed him in at Juventus. Speaking on Sky Calcio Club - L'Originale following the Bianconeri's clash with AC Milan at the Allianz Stadium, the former Inter defender offered a detailed tactical assessment of the French midfielder's performance.
Rabiot continues to build match fitness after his return, and his display in the advanced role failed to generate the creative spark Juventus required. Bergomi argued that the 29-year-old operates more effectively when given freedom to roam deeper on the pitch, where he can find space and dictate tempo. "He is a strong player, but he needs space, room to run, to start a little deeper," Bergomi explained. The pundit noted that Rabiot's best contributions have come as an impact substitute in the second half, when fatigue opens passing lanes and transitions become more fluid.
Impact of Substitutions and Tactical Adjustments
The turning point in the Milan-Juventus encounter arrived through tactical changes rather than from the starting eleven. Bergomi highlighted how the match was decided by intelligent use of the bench, with substitutions creating the goal rather than cohesive build-up play. He acknowledged that tactical flexibility has become increasingly important in Serie A, where depth and fresh legs can shift momentum decisively. However, this raised questions about whether Amorim's initial setup matched Rabiot's strengths or the opposition's weaknesses.
Milan presented a competitive test for the Bianconeri, though Bergomi stressed their collective organisation was evident throughout. The defensive shape remained resolute, and counter-attacking opportunities were limited. Still, the absence of sustained attacking rhythm in the first 45 minutes suggested the midfield configuration needed reassessment. Rabiot's role in that framework remains a work in progress as Amorim continues fine-tuning his system, and whether the Frenchman can thrive in a more advanced berth or requires his natural deeper position remains a key tactical question heading into Juventus's next fixture.
