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This morning, *Corriere dello Sport* discussed the absence of Ismael Bennacer, who left Algeria’s training camp early due to an injury sustained in practice. Preliminary tests in Algeria indicate a potential third-degree calf injury, but this will be confirmed after further tests Bennacer will undergo in Milan in the coming hours.
If the diagnosis is confirmed, the AC Milan midfielder could be out for around three months, limiting coach Paulo Fonseca’s options. However, the club is focusing on its young talent, which led *Corriere dello Sport* to headline: “Bennacer out. Green Milan, Vos or Zeroli.”
Rather than pursuing free agents like Adrien Rabiot, Milan is looking for internal solutions. Silvano Vos, a recent addition from Ajax’s youth system, impressed in just 45 minutes against Carpi, showing Serie A potential but ineligible for the Champions League. Kevin Zeroli, captain of Milan Futuro, will be available for both competitions.
A little over a week has passed since the Lazio vs. Milan match, which sparked significant controversy involving Theo Hernandez and Rafael Leao due to the missed cooling break incident. However, the situation surrounding Milan’s left side has been discussed so extensively that it feels like much more time has passed. In just four days, Milan will be back on the field, and coach Paulo Fonseca is ready to move forward with a fresh start.
According to *La Gazzetta dello Sport*, both Theo Hernandez and Rafael Leao will reclaim their starting roles in Milan’s upcoming match against Venezia on Saturday at 8:45 PM at San Siro. Despite the fuss over the cooling break, both players and the club have worked to defuse the situation, with Fonseca and CEO Giorgio Furlani leading the effort. Now, the focus shifts to their return, as both players are expected to make a significant impact.
Theo Hernandez has had a mixed start to the season, starting only once in Milan’s first three matches and struggling in his appearances, including a poor performance in the away game against Parma. His form also dipped with the French national team, where he underperformed against Italy and was benched against Belgium. Meanwhile, Rafael Leao has been slightly more productive, starting two matches for Milan, coming off the bench against Lazio, and registering a goal and an assist. He also contributed one assist in two starts for Portugal. However, both players have much more to offer.
In recent seasons, Theo and Leao have been key figures for Milan, forming a formidable left-wing duo that has troubled many defenses. Now, they must regain their form to secure both the team’s and their own futures. Milan faces crucial upcoming fixtures, including matches against Liverpool and Inter, which are must-wins. For Theo and Leao, their performances are critical not only for Milan’s success but also for their own standing at the club.
Leao has consistently voiced his commitment to Milan, while Theo’s future has been uncertain, especially after his comments during the summer with the national team. With Theo’s contract expiring in 2026 and no significant progress in renewal talks, both players need to step up. Starting this Saturday, they will have to show they are deserving of their high wages and essential to Milan’s present and future ambitions.
