Mancini paused, not committing to an opinion.
In his original tactical plan, it was impossible for Yuto Nagatomo to be in the starting lineup.
Especially in this game, if the focus is on offense, it's even more impossible for him to start.
Because if Yuto Nagatomo starts, he will be facing Sampdoria's left-back Regini on the right flank.
Regini is a player who is 1.83 meters tall and very fast.
In terms of both physique and speed, Yuto Nagatomo is at a disadvantage.
For Yuto Nagatomo to use his usual bottom-line crosses to break through Regini is almost impossible.
Mancini's original idea was to move Santon to the right flank, matching him against Regini.
Santon has the advantage in height, and he might hold his ground in confrontations.
However, Tang Long just mentioned it casually; he hasn't faced Regini before.
In fact, led by Mancini, Inter's coaching team has far more pre-match data and understanding of their opponents than Tang Long does.
