Milan suffered a new blow to their midfield: RubenLoftCheek, who had already shown signs of fatigue during the match against Udinese at the Blu-Energy Stadium, was declared injured. The English midfielder, born in 1996, started the second half with a quick burst, but had to withdraw almost at the start of added time, leaving the pitch with evident pain in his left thigh.
According to information provided by the club, the player underwent a series of tests which confirmed an injury to the medial flexor muscle of the left thigh. The club doctor has scheduled a re-check in around two weeks, but warned that rehabilitation could take up to a month, depending on tissue response and recovery progress. The result of this evaluation was communicated by AntonelloGioia, who confirmed the negative outcome of the first test and indicated the timing for the next check.
Milan, already struggling with a shortage of key players, will have to address the issue of LoftCheek's availability in upcoming matches. Coach Amorim expressed the need to find alternative solutions to cover the midfield, especially considering the importance of performance in SerieA and European competitions. The loss of a player with his experience and distribution ability can influence the tactical strategy of the club, which will have to adapt to the lack of a fundamental element of the central department.
LoftCheek's situation is part of a broader context of injuries that have affected Milan in recent days. The club has already had to deal with the departure of other players and dealing with long-term injuries, which have put pressure on the rotation structure and match planning. With the season approaching its climax, the ability to quickly recover the midfield will be crucial to maintaining the club's competitiveness.
The next step for Milan will be to carefully monitor LoftCheek's progress during his two weeks of recovery. If the outcome of the control check is positive, the player will be able to return to play within a month, but the club will have to prepare for any delays. In the meantime, the team will have to evaluate replacement and tactical reorganization options to mitigate the impact of this absence, maintaining fan confidence and league competitiveness.