Theo Hernandez is experiencing his worst form since joining AC Milan, a fact glaringly evident in the team’s recent defeat against Atalanta. This loss effectively ends Milan’s Scudetto aspirations and puts their Champions League qualification for next season at serious risk. The French left-back’s performance has been alarmingly poor, characterized by defensive lapses and an inability to produce his trademark attacking runs.
Calciomercato report that his decline in form has been a consistent issue since the start of the season. Hernandez returned from the European Championship with France looking fatigued and mentally disconnected. His season has been marred by disappointing displays, including a disastrous performance against Parma, a subsequent punitive benching against Lazio, and a needless red card in Florence. While fluctuations in form are normal for any player, the steep downward trajectory of Hernandez’s performances in recent months is particularly concerning.
Adding to the on-field issues are off-field complications. Hernandez’s contract, set to expire in June 2026, is a subject of uncertain negotiations. There appears to be a significant disconnect between the player and the club, not just in terms of financial expectations, but in the shared vision for the future. Hernandez’s representatives have indicated a lack of initiative from Milan to begin renewal talks, while rumors of interest from Manchester United further complicate the situation.
