AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori faces a month-long absence due to a right thigh muscle injury, ruling him out of the upcoming Derby della Madonnina against rival Inter Milan, according to reports in es-us.noticias.yahoo.com. The setback compounds a difficult stretch for the club following a recent 4-2 defeat in Serie A.
Thigh Injury Sustained Against Bologna
Tomori sustained the injury during Milan’s 4-2 loss to Bologna in midweek play. Deployed in an unfamiliar right-back role by the technical staff, the English center-back experienced discomfort in his right thigh and had to be substituted at halftime.
Medical evaluations reported by Sky Sport Italia and cited across coverage indicate a strain to the medial flexor muscle of the right thigh. Standard recovery protocols for this specific diagnosis require approximately four weeks of rehabilitation, leaving the defender sidelined through the November international break.
Derby Misses and Defensive Depth Tested
The timing of the injury creates an immediate tactical challenge for manager and staff. Beyond missing this weekend’s high-profile clash against Inter Milan, Tomori will sit out upcoming fixtures against Ferencvaros and Genoa.
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The fixture congestion continues immediately following the international pause. According to schedule tracking provided in report details, Tomori is expected to miss the Serie A fixture against Frosinone on November 22, a European fixture against Olympiacos on November 26, and a league match against Cagliari on November 30.
Medical Updates Offer Mixed Relief
While Tomori’s absence strains the club’s defensive rotation during a demanding portion of the domestic and European calendar, the team’s medical department has delivered more positive news regarding other squad members. Reports indicate that Mario Gila, Diego Moreira, and Adrien Rabiot are making favorable progress in their respective recoveries and are working toward a potential return in time for the weekend derby.
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