Ismael Bennacer was back on the field during today’s training session, a report claims, but he did not work with the rest of the squad.
According to what is being reported by MilanNews, Bennacer carried out an individual work on the pitch at Milanello today.
The Algerian returned from the Africa Cup of Nations with a slight adductor problem and as expected he is doing some custom work.
However, Bennacer is close to returning to training with the rest of the squad, which will probably happen in the next few days, and aims to be available for Frosinone-Milan on Saturday afternoon.
Due to the African Cup of Nations, the midfielder missed six games – two in the Coppa Italia and four in the league – but he is now at Milanello and is ready to return to Pioli’s disposal.
Last week produced a shock in AFCON as the 2019 winners Algeria were dumped out of the tournament at the group stage, with Mauritania claiming a famous first ever win in the competition.
As a result, it is still the case that Milan will welcome the former Empoli star back quicker than they expected to, given that the Round of 16 stage of the competition is ongoing.
I expect as a minimum some humility from his side. One thing is being injured, nobody wants that. But then leave for AFCON when barely fit? Disrespect for his employer.