“Setback for Milan: Bennacer Injured on International Duty, Set to Miss Crucial Fixtures”
AC Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer sustained an injury while on international duty with Algeria and is expected to return to Milanello earlier than planned for treatment by Paulo Fonseca’s medical team.
Algeria’s national team confirmed after Sunday’s training session that Bennacer will be unable to participate in the next AFCON qualifier. Bennacer started in Algeria’s 2-0 home victory against Equatorial Guinea on Thursday, but he will miss Tuesday’s qualifier against Liberia in Paynesville.
The specifics of Bennacer’s injury are yet to be revealed, but he is anticipated to return to Milan for additional tests, which should give Milan’s medical staff a better understanding of his recovery timeline.
Currently, Bennacer is expected to be sidelined for Milan’s Serie A match against Venezia on Saturday. This comes at a crucial time for the Rossoneri, as they are scheduled to face Liverpool in the opening round of the 2024-25 Champions League next Tuesday, followed by the Derby della Madonnina against Inter in Serie A the following weekend.