Ramos Stays in Milan: Injury Less Serious Than Feared
A sigh of relief from Milanello: Gonçalo Ramos did not travel with the Milan squad to England ahead of the Europa League clash against Bournemouth, but the news emerging from the club is far more encouraging than initially feared. The Portuguese striker felt a calf tightness and, to avoid the risk of turning a minor discomfort into a serious injury, the medical staff and the club opted for the path of maximum caution.
Rúben Amorim’s Words at the Press Conference
Rúben Amorim was keen to reassure the Rossoneri faithful at his press conference, stressing that Ramos’ situation does not appear worrying. The Portuguese manager confirmed that this is purely a precautionary measure: keeping a key player out at this stage, with a deep squad available, is the smartest call to avoid losing such a crucial figure for upcoming fixtures.
Gonçalo Ramos will undergo further medical examinations today, which will provide a clearer clinical picture. The staff’s expectations are positive: the Portuguese striker could be available for the match against Udinese, the next Serie A fixture, provided the tests reveal no structural damage.
Why Calf Problems Demand Caution
In modern football, calf muscle injuries are among the most treacherous to manage. If neglected or poorly treated, they can evolve into lengthy layoffs lasting weeks or even months. That is why Milan chose not to take any risks, adopting a conservative approach from the very first signs of discomfort. Should today’s tests reveal something more significant, Gonçalo Ramos could also miss the Udinese fixture, with attention then turning to the subsequent match against Bologna.
It is worth remembering that Ramos is the focal point of Amorim’s attacking system: his presence on the pitch guarantees not only goals, but also hold-up play, link-up work between midfield and attack, and the physical presence to unsettle opposition defences. His absence, even if brief, calls for creative solutions from the manager.
Who Plays in His Place? Amorim’s Solution
With the Portuguese striker staying behind in Milan, Rúben Amorim has a clear plan. The squad features Francesco Camarda, the young Italian forward whom the manager considers the natural backup for Ramos. However, for the Bournemouth game, the coach appears to be leaning towards an alternative solution, with Alphadjo Cissé — who made headlines with his historic hat-trick against Salzburg — deployed as the central striker. Camarda remains a valuable asset to be unleashed from the bench.
