News Focus
- Luka Modric visits Milanello for the first time since facial surgery
- The 40-year-old could feature in the final Serie A match of the campaign
- Rossoneri are fighting to secure a Champions League qualification spot
- The club sits three points clear of fifth-placed AS Roma
AC Milan have received a major fitness boost ahead of the season run-in. Luka Modric was spotted at the club’s Milanello training base on Tuesday morning. This marks his first visit since doctors operated on his cheekbone injury fourteen days ago.
Initial reports suggested the Croatian veteran would miss the remainder of the domestic campaign. Medical staff believed he would focus entirely on recovering for international duty with the Croatia national team. However, his appearance at the training ground has sparked fresh optimism among supporters and coaching staff.
The former Real Madrid star could now push for selection in the last league fixture. This news comes at a crucial time for the Rossoneri, who have collected just three points from their previous five matches. Their poor form has put Champions League qualification in jeopardy.
Stefano Pioli’s side currently holds a narrow three-point lead over AS Roma in the battle for fourth place. The San Siro outfit faces a tough schedule, with fixtures against Atalanta, Genoa, and Cagliari remaining. Modric’s potential return would provide valuable experience for these decisive clashes.