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Leao and Pulisic's only other start together in 2025-2026 came during the Milan derby in November, when the United States international scored the only goal in a 1-0 win.

The Rossoneri are second in the Italian top-flight, four points behind rival Inter Milan after its win over Parma on Thirsday (AEDT). Milan started its 2026 with a 1-0 win against Cagliari at the weekend.

Leao scored the winner on that occasion, and although he is not fully fit, Allegri hopes the winger can start with Pulisic as they look to build their fitness heading into the latter stages of the season.

"Let's see. They've played about 20 minutes together. If everything goes well today and tomorrow morning, they should start," Allegri said.

"They're not at peak condition. Pulisic has a hamstring problem that is still bothering him from time to time, but everyone has to play a good team game.

"Leao has to think about scoring goals. Forwards are judged on that. He has to score.

"He did score in Cagliari, even if he wasn't fully fit; this discomfort has been bothering him. He can only improve, given that in the first part of the season, he missed quite a few matches due to calf and adductor problems.

"These months are important to reach March calmly and patiently, in the best possible condition.

"We work every day on the quality of our play to improve passing quality and speed. We're also trying to keep improving defensively. We want to improve on both phases, with and without the ball."

Genoa sits just above the relegation zone in 17th, two points clear of 18th-place Verona after its 2-2 draw with Napoli on Thursday (AEDT).

It started the calendar year with a 1-1 draw against 20th-placed Pisa, ending a three-game losing streak in the competition.