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Milan Lose Modric to Injury, Track More Midfielders
TL;DR
Milan will be without Luka Modric for the final four matches due to a cheekbone fracture. He is expected to recover in six to eight weeks, but the team will rely on Ardon Jashari and Samuele Ricci in his absence.
Key points
- Milan loses Luka Modric to a cheekbone fracture
- Modric underwent surgery and will miss six to eight weeks
- Ardon Jashari and Samuele Ricci will replace him
- Milan is six points ahead of Como and Roma
- Four matches left to secure a top-four finish
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Milan Lose Modric to Injury, Track More Midfielders
Milan will have to navigate the final four matches without Luka Modric. He suffered a cheekbone fracture against Juventus and quickly underwent surgery. He should be fine for the World Cup, as heâll likely need six to eight weeks to make a full recovery, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
The Rossoneri will turn to Ardon Jashari and Samuele Ricci in relief. They have a six-point lead over Como and Roma. They need a couple more wins to secure a top-four finish. Theyâll face Sassuolo, Atalanta, Genoa, and Cagliari down the stretch.
Modric has been remarkably healthy in his first Milan season. He has been available for every match and has been rested just twice in Serie A. He was load-managed in two cup fixtures, versus Lazio in the Coppa Italia and in the Supercoppa. The fell in both matches.
Q&A
How long will Luka Modric be out due to his injury?
Luka Modric is expected to be out for six to eight weeks due to a cheekbone fracture.
Who will replace Luka Modric in the Milan lineup?
Ardon Jashari and Samuele Ricci will step in to fill the gap left by Luka Modric's injury.
What matches does Milan have left in the season without Modric?
Milan has four remaining matches against Sassuolo, Atalanta, Genoa, and Cagliari.
