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MN: Loftus-Cheek joins injury list as scan reveals tear in thigh muscle

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan’s injury situation keeps going from bad to worse as Ruben Loftus-Cheek has become the latest to sustain an issue. There were doubts about whether Loftus-Cheek would even be available for Sunday night’s game against Udinese…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 5:36 PM
MN: Loftus-Cheek joins injury list as scan reveals tear in thigh muscle
Key Things to Know
  • Ruben Loftus-Cheek sustained a tear in the medial flexor muscle of his left thigh against Udinese.
  • The midfielder will be sidelined for at least two weeks before undergoing further medical evaluations.
  • Loftus-Cheek is ruled out of upcoming matches against Bologna and rival Inter.
The Story in 60 Seconds

AC Milan midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is facing a spell on the sidelines after medical scans revealed a tear in the medial flexor muscle of his left thigh. Loftus-Cheek suffered the injury after coming on as a substitute during Milan's match against Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium, which forced him to leave the pitch before the final whistle.

According to reports, the former Chelsea player will be sidelined for at least two weeks before undergoing further evaluations. As a result, Loftus-Cheek is set to miss upcoming fixtures against Bologna and the Derby della Madonnina against Inter, with a return expected after the November international break.

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