Ruben Loftus-Cheek Faces Eight-Week Layoff Following Jaw Surgery
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Ruben Loftus-Cheek: AC Milan Midfielder Set to Miss Eight Weeks After Jaw Surgery
AC Milan has confirmed that English midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek will be sidelined for approximately eight weeks following surgery for a broken jaw. This unfortunate news comes after Loftus-Cheek sustained a significant facial injury during a recent Serie A match against Parma.
Key Highlights
- Loftus-Cheek will undergo recovery following surgery on a broken jaw.
- He was injured in a collision with Parma goalkeeper Edoardo Corvi.
- The midfielder aims to feature in England’s World Cup squad this June.
- AC Milan currently sits second in the Serie A table, trailing Inter Milan by ten points.
The club released a statement on Monday, detailing that Loftus-Cheek experienced “a fracture of the alveolar process of the jaw” and has since been discharged from the hospital after a successful operation. In a heartfelt message on social media, he expressed gratitude towards the medical staff who assisted him, stating, “A heartfelt thanks to all the medical staff who supported me over these past hours with professionalism and care. A special thanks to all the fans for your countless messages of love and support. Thanks to my team-mates: we are a team, we are a family.”
The 30-year-old midfielder was carried off the field on a stretcher during the match, which ended in a 1-0 defeat for Milan. The injury occurred when Loftus-Cheek collided with Corvi while challenging for a cross early in the game. Medical professionals promptly fitted him with a neck brace before his transfer to the hospital.
As he embarks on his recovery journey, Loftus-Cheek remains hopeful of being selected for England’s squad in the upcoming World Cup, which kicks off in June. He made his return to the national team last October after a seven-year hiatus, coming on as a substitute in a match against Wales.
Despite this setback, AC Milan continues to push for success in the Serie A, currently sitting in second place, 10 points behind their fierce rivals Inter Milan, who recently secured a 2-0 victory over Lecce. Meanwhile, Parma’s Mariano Troilo scored the decisive goal in their match, which has left them positioned at 12th in the league table.
For more updates on Loftus-Cheek and AC Milan’s journey in Serie A, stay tuned to reputable sources like BBC Sport.
FAQ
- How long will Loftus-Cheek be out?
He is expected to be sidelined for around eight weeks. - What caused Loftus-Cheek’s injury?
He suffered a broken jaw due to a collision with the Parma goalkeeper. - Will he participate in the World Cup?
Loftus-Cheek is hopeful of being part of England’s squad for the World Cup. - How is AC Milan performing in the league?
Milan is currently in second place, trailing Inter Milan by ten points.
