In a positive development for AC Milan and new manager Sergio Conceicao, Ruben Loftus-Cheek has resumed group training following his injury layoff. The English midfielder joined his teammates who did not participate in the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final victory over Juventus.
Loftus-Cheek has been sidelined since December 11th due to a right femoral biceps injury sustained during a Champions League match against Red Star Belgrade. His return to full training suggests he could be available for selection in the upcoming Milan derby against Inter.
The managerial change from Paulo Fonseca to Conceicao may provide Loftus-Cheek with an opportunity to revitalize his season. Conceicao’s preference for a three-man midfield aligns well with Loftus-Cheek’s strengths, as the player has historically performed best in a box-to-box role.
Conceicao has already expressed to the club’s management his intention to assess Loftus-Cheek’s capabilities in training before making any decisions about the player’s long-term future at the club. This evaluation period could prove crucial for Loftus-Cheek as he aims to secure his place in Milan’s midfield for the remainder of the season and beyond.
