Ruben Loftus-Cheek Out for Milan’s Key Matches After Thigh Injury
Ruben Loftus-Cheek, the AC Milan midfielder, is sidelined for at least two weeks after a muscle tear in his left thigh. This injury rules him out of several important fixtures, including the upcoming derby against Inter Milan and the Europa League match versus Ferencvaros.
Details of the Injury
The English player sustained damage to a medial hamstring muscle during the Serie A clash against Udinese, where Milan won 2-0. Loftus-Cheek came on as a second-half substitute but had to leave the pitch early in stoppage time after feeling a sharp pull in his thigh while sprinting. Medical scans confirmed the muscle tear, and further evaluations are planned in two weeks.
Key Matches Missed Due to Injury
- Serie A match: Home game against Bologna on Wednesday.
- Derby della Madonnina: Saturday’s high-stakes fixture versus Inter Milan.
- Europa League: Upcoming encounter with Hungarian club Ferencvaros.
Impact on Milan’s Squad and Manager Ruben Amorim
The absence of Loftus-Cheek adds to a growing list of injured players, creating a significant selection challenge for manager Ruben Amorim. Currently, eight first-team players are unavailable. Adrien Rabiot, Mario Gila, and Diego Moreira are hopefuls to return soon after missing the Udinese game, which would be a relief for the squad. However, long-term absentees like Samuel Chukwueze, Matteo Gabbia, and Alexis Saelemaekers remain sidelined.
Milan’s Form Despite Injuries
Even with these setbacks, Milan has maintained an unbeaten run in Serie A, gathering 18 points so far. They aim to extend this streak when hosting Bologna before facing Inter in the eagerly awaited derby.
