RUBEN LOFTUS-CHEEK NEWS

Earns bench role Loftus-Cheek (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Udinese.

Impact Loftus-Cheek is making his return to the team sheet after a five-match spell on the sidelines. The defender was a regular starter before his injury, so it should be expected to see him in the starting XI after this match. He will probably earn minutes late into Saturday's match but won't play a major role off the bench.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Udinese Loftus-Cheek (groin) "is fit and will be present Saturday," coach Stefano Pioli relayed.

Impact Loftus-Cheek has completed his rehab from a nagging groin injury that cost him the last five games and will likely be eased into action and come off the bench, with Yunus Musah or Tommaso Pobega filling in from the start. He has scored once and tallied eight shots (one on target), two crosses (one accurate), and three clerances in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Napoli Loftus-Cheek (groin) won't be an option against Napoli, coach Stefano Pioli announced.

Impact Loftus-Cheek will miss another one, but he's improving and could be back for the next game. "He has healed from his lesion but is now dealing with some inflammation in the area. He needs just one extra step before being back in the squad," coach Stefano Pioli informed. He'll have a full week to recuperate ahead of the next fixture. Yunus Musah or Tommaso Pobega will take his place once again.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus PSG Loftus-Cheek (groin) won't play Wednesday versus PSG, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Loftus-Cheek didn't practice following the Juventus clash and will stay on the mend, missing his fourth game in a row. Two among Rade Krunic, Yunus Musah, Yacine Adli, and Tommaso Pobega will join Tijjani Reijnders in the midfield in the third Champions League fixture.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Juventus game Loftus-Cheek (groin) "has healed but is not 100 percent yet," coach Stefano Pioli announced.

Impact Loftus-Cheek will remain sidelined through the break but isn't far from coming back. Yunus Musah will likely replace him again, but Rade Krunic will also be an option, as he has recuperated from his injury.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss next two games Loftus-Cheek has been diagnosed with a low-degree distraction in the groin/adductor area, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Loftus-Cheek will skip the matches versus Borussia Dortmund and Genoa but should have no trouble recovering during the break, as the problem is more standard and less severe than initially though. Milan are down to just four options with him and Rade Krunic (thigh) on the mend, so Tijjani Reijnders, Yacine Adli, Tommaso Pobega, and Yunus Musah will all get minutes.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing hip injury Loftus-Cheek has suffered a hip problem and not a muscular one against Lazio, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Loftus-Cheek will take some tests Sunday and Monday and will likely miss Wednesday's away game versus Borussia Dortmund, but there's optimism that the issue isn't too severe. Yunus Musah and Tommaso Pobega are the next men up in the midfield.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Lazio clash Loftus-Cheek won two duels and had one interception and one successful take-on before leaving Saturday's match with Lazio at the 29th minute due to a muscular problem, Goal informs...

Impact Loftus-Cheek suffered the injury midway through the first half and went directly into the locker room with the doctor. It was unclear where he was hurting, but there's concern the problem might be substantial. He was replaced by Yunus Musah. Tommaso Pobega will also be an option for the matches against Borussia Dortmund and Genoa should Loftus-Cheek be sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Cagliari Loftus-Cheek scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Cagliari. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Loftus-Cheek scored a sublime 25 yard shot in the 60th minute assisted by Christian Pulisic. He also contributed defensively with two clearances and one blocked shot. This was his first competitive goal for Milan. He has played all games this season and has established himself as a crucial part of the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes cameo in Verona game Loftus-Cheek (thigh) created one scoring chance and won three duels and one tackle in 25 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Verona.

Impact Loftus-Cheek saw limited playing time following an ailment and wasn't impactful off the pine. He'll likely be back in the XI against Cagliari Wednesday. He has logged one assist, nine shots (one on target), and five key passes in six matches.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Saturday Loftus-Cheek (thigh) is on the bench to face Verona on Saturday.

Impact The central midfielder was forced to leave the Champions League match against Newcastle early, but he didn't miss a single training session during the week, so it's not surprising to see him available on the bench.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully Loftus-Cheek hasn't missed practice time after leaving the Newcastle game early, Gianluca Di Marzio informs.

Impact Loftus-Cheek was simply fatigued and whether or not he starts against Verona will be a matter of energy management and not injury-related. He has posted one assist, nine shots, four chances created, and two interceptions in five appearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might have avoided injury Loftus-Cheek "subbed off due to fatigue and a cramp," coach Stefano Pioli relayed.

Impact Loftus-Cheek bowed out early versus Newcastle after tallying four off-target shots, one inaccurate cross, and one clearance and drawing three fouls. He'll be better looked at in the coming days. Even if healthy, he might get a partial rest day against Verona since he started every game so far. Tommaso Pobega and Yunus Musah are the top deputies in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with knock Loftus-Cheek (knock) was forced off during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Newcastle.

Impact Loftus-Cheek took a heavy challenge and limped off the pitch in the second half Tuesday. Yunus Musah came on to replace the attacking midfielder and could be an option to start for Saturday's clash with Verona if the injury proves to be an issue for Loftus-Cheek.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in Torino game Loftus-Cheek assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), four successful duels, and three chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Torino.

Impact Loftus-Cheek collected his first point in Italy by finding Christian Pulisic with a perfect pass after scampering down the right-hand side of the box. He immediately stepped into a big role after his transfer. He has logged four key passes, one tackle, one interception, and two shots (one on target) in two games. Milan will face Roma away Friday.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Former Chelsea midfielder Loftus-Cheek takes Tonali's No. 8 shirt at AC Milan

Ruben Loftus-Cheek is looking forward to his debut for AC Milan at the San Siro

JULY 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Chelsea signs forward Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal after selling Ruben Loftus-Cheek to Milan

Chelsea has continued the overhaul of its squad by selling Ruben Loftus-Cheek to AC Milan and then signing forward Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal

JUNE 30, 2023 • Associated Press

Moves to Milan Loftus-Cheek has agreed to a four-year contract with Milan upon joining from Chelsea, the team announced.

Impact Loftus-Cheek should be in line for minutes as Milan will sell Sandro Tonali to Newcastle and won't have Ismael Bennacer (knee) for a few months, although it'll hinge on their other moves in the role. He logged two assists, 17 chances created, 20 crosses (two accurate), and 32 tackles in 32 appearances (21 starts) in 2022/2023.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to record a goal this season Loftus-Cheek will end the season making 19 Premier League starts in 25 appearances, recording an assist on 25 tackles (14 won), 22 clearances and 19 crosses (two won).

Impact Loftus-Cheek had another bench role year but this time he failed to record a goal for the second straight season. He has spent over nine years with Chelsea and has yet to establish himself as a regular starter as he was also left of the World Cup roster for England in November. HIs time at the club may come to an end with reports of a move to AC Milan, especially with new manager Mauricio Pochettino taking over for the 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First league assist of year Loftus-Cheek assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Loftus-Cheek logged in his first league assist and his second in all competitions. He's been downgraded to just a bench role, getting just 19 starts in 29 appearances while totaling 23 clearances, 31 tackles (18 won) and 18 interceptions.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Loftus-Cheek made a clearance and created two chances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Leicester City.

Impact Loftus-Cheek has started five of Chelsea's last seven games across the Premier League and UCL, either in defensive midfield or at right wing-back. He's created four chances in that span.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for minutes Loftus-Cheek has been on the bench each of the last two matches and figures to be closer to fitness coming out of a short break.

Impact It's unclear what the role for Loftus-Cheek will be following transfers, but he was getting a decent amount of minutes prior to injury. Without Jorginho in the squad, he figures to have a decent role, though at this point, nothing is guaranteed until Potter decides on his favorite players and a preferred formation.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

May be ready to start Loftus-Cheek could be an option to start versus Liverpool on Saturday. Manager Graham Potter told reporters, "He's a lot closer now so he can play more minutes."

Impact Loftus-Cheek was on the bench versus Crystal Palace on Sunday but never actually got onto the pitch. Prior to his injury absence, the midfielder had started six of the club's prior eight contests and should be in contention to reclaim that spot in the starting XI once fully fit.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Palace Loftus-Cheek was fit and in the match day squad for Sunday's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace.

Impact Loftus-Cheek didn't feature in the match but his inclusion was notable as he returned from a leg injury. The midfielder should remain as a peripheral figure at the club capable of playing in a variety of positions.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE