AC Milan: 5 Questions We Would Love to Ask Filippo Inzaghi

Apart from being the second highest goalscorer in European competitions, Filippo Inzaghi is starting another adventure as a coach in Serie A with Milan.

For all that he's seen throughout his years, we're sure Inzaghi would be the ideal candidate to grab an espresso with and have a great conversation about football.

Also, Inzaghi is certainly not one to shy away from the truth and would give an insight into the Rossoneri that most fans could only dream of knowing.

If we could ask Inzaghi any five questions, here's what they would be.

Did You Help Force Mario Balotelli out the Door?

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Only a few months after Filippo Inzaghi's appointment as the new coach of Milan, Mario Balotelli was sold to Liverpool, where he'd have a second chance in the Premier League.

The coach was quoted as saying Balotelli's departure would fuel winning desires at Milan, a comment that showed which side of the allegiance he was on.

It seems as though Inzaghi wanted a more traditional striker like Fernando Torres—a player who's able in the air and stays near the box, not straying too far back or to the wing to try to kick-start an attack himself.

With Menez Doing so Well, How Will You Line Up in Attack Once Torres Comes Back?

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Now that Jeremy Menez has temporarily cemented himself a place in the starting XI with yet another brilliant performance, it'll be interesting to see how Inzaghi uses the Frenchman alongside Fernando Torres and Stephan El Shaarawy once they come back from injury.

On La Domenica Sportiva, a popular talk show on RAI, Inzaghi was interviewed after the match against Parma and said he sees Menez as a central striker but could use him on the wing accordingly.

If all three mentioned above were to be used together in an attacking trident, where would that leave the likes of Keisuke Honda? The Japanese international has improved plenty in these first few games from last season, when he was nearly anonymous.

Having plenty of options isn't the worst problem to have as a Serie A coach.

Who Will Milan Sign in the January Transfer Window?

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Surely, Filippo Inzaghi has a say in the transfer market. Even though Silvio Berlusconi opens the pockets and Adriano Galliani makes the calls, it's expected that the ex-Milan striker is in the meetings with the higher-ups trying to decide which players would best fit the mold.

If Milan continue to do so well, expect more January reinforcements, especially if Berlusconi sees the light at the end of the tunnel and thinks this side could qualify for the Champions League once again.

There are still a few weaknesses in this lineup which need to be addressed. Another box-to-box-type midfielder is needed, preferably one who's creative. 

What Really Happened Between Milan and Clarence Seedorf?

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Clarence Seedorf's firing was one that left plenty of fans shocked and searching for answers. If anyone knows what really happened behind the scenes, it's Filippo Inzaghi, the man who's been given the keys to the organization in what will be another revolution at the club.

Seedorf only coached Milan for a mere six months. There were positive signs that he'd be the right man to steer the club forward, but drama ensued behind closed doors. The problem was grave enough that it caused the organization to part ways with the ex-Milan trequartista, bringing in yet another inexperienced coach to fill his shoes.

According to Milan captain Riccardo Montolivo (via Goal), the squad lacked harmony with Seedorf at the helm, and it was a good move from the organization to end their ties with him.

So far, there have been plenty of positive signals under the Inzaghi era. Milan have started the new campaign with six points in their first two outings, and the squad is playing an entertaining brand of attacking football.

Do You Really Think This Squad Can Get Back to Their Glory Days?

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This is perhaps the hardest question for Filippo Inzaghi. Could the squad that won two Champions League titles since the early 2000s go back to their star-studded ways, when they were expected to make the final each season.

Filippo Inzaghi's goals were crucial in the last title they won in Europe against Liverpool, and he has a tough task of bringing Milan back to their glory days. Unfortunately, he won't be able to do it alone, as he'll need plenty of financial help from Silvio Berlusconi.

As it stands, just getting back into the Champions League seems like a daunting task. Up until recently, the squad was a mediocre group of washed-up free transfers and inexperienced players who weren't up to the billing.

Milan needs a coach who can make this group overachieve, so who better to lead them than a player who made the most of his modest technical and athletic abilities throughout his career?