Pulisic: The First Step Toward a Return to the Pitch
Encouraging signs are coming out of Milanello. Christian Pulisic, sidelined after the injury suffered during the Club World Cup, returned today to partial group training. It is a significant step in the American attacker’s recovery process: during the first part of the session he worked alongside his teammates, before completing the second part individually. A tangible signal of improving physical conditions that raises hopes ahead of the opening official fixtures of the season.
Pulisic is one of the key figures in AC Milan’s technical project under Ruben Amorim, and his full recovery is an absolute priority for the medical and coaching staff. The Milan No.11 has demonstrated in previous seasons that he is a player capable of making the difference both in goals and assists, and getting him back to full fitness as soon as possible will be essential for the club’s ambitions.
Gabbia Ready to Return: Precautionary Stop Overcome
Good news also on the defensive front: Matteo Gabbia is expected to rejoin group training as early as tomorrow. The Italian centre-back missed the last friendly against Manchester United due to a knock to his ankle, but tests ruled out any structural damage. It was a simple contusion managed with appropriate caution, and the recovery now appears to be essentially complete.
Gabbia has established himself over time as one of the pillars of the Rossoneri backline, and his presence in defence brings solidity and experience. His earlier-than-expected return to the group is a positive development for both the coaching staff and the supporters.
Leão and Giménez Still Training Apart: Return Awaited
There are no positive updates yet for Rafael Leão and Santiago Giménez, both still working through individual training programmes at Milanello. For the Portuguese winger, the recovery process is progressing gradually but steadily, while for the Mexican striker the situation is doubly delicate: in addition to the physical aspect, there is also the ongoing transfer market situation, with negotiations with Porto still open. As reported in our previous updates, both Leão and Gabbia were expected to return around this period, and today’s news confirms the right direction.
The Rossoneri medical staff is working meticulously to ensure all available players recover fully as quickly as possible, allowing the manager to have the most complete squad possible ahead of the approaching official fixtures.
