There’s little optimism at Milan over the supply of Rafael Leao forward of the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final in opposition to Napoli, scheduled for 19:00 GMT on Thursday night.
In response to , the Portugal worldwide didn’t participate within the closing coaching session with the remainder of the squad and as a substitute educated individually.
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As issues stand, Leao is predicted to be not noted of the matchday squad and will watch the sport from the stands.
MILAN, ITALY – NOVEMBER 23: Rafael Leao of AC Milan competes for the ball with Francesco Acerbi of FC Internazionale throughout the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and AC Milan at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on November 23, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
Leao set to overlook Milan Supercoppa conflict with Napoli
Leao has been fighting a muscle drawback since December 8, though medical assessments have beforehand dominated out any structural damage.
Regardless of that, his restoration has not progressed rapidly sufficient to permit a return in time for the .
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Talking at his pre-match press convention earlier at present, head coach Massimiliano Allegri had adopted a cautious tone, explaining {that a} closing choice could be taken on the final second.
“We’ll see if he turns into out there,” Allegri mentioned. “He hasn’t educated with the workforce for a number of days, so at present we’ll consider his situation.”
MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 14: Massimiliano Allegri, Head Coach of AC Milan, reacts throughout the Serie A match between AC Milan and US Sassuolo Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on December 14, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
Allegri additionally confirmed additional damage setbacks inside the squad.
Matteo Gabbia has been dominated out after struggling a knock and is predicted to overlook a number of days, with Milan hoping to have him again for the Serie A fixture on January 28.