German striker sidelined after injury in Florence, possible return against Roma
Bad news for Milan as Niclas Füllkrug has suffered a fracture to a toe following the Serie A clash against Fiorentina. Medical tests confirmed an infraction to a phalanx, with the fracture reduced on Tuesday morning.
The Rossoneri will definitely be without Füllkrug against Como, while his availability for the following league match against Lecce is highly unlikely. Milan’s medical staff are cautiously targeting the Roma game on January 25 as a potential return date, though much will depend on treatment response and the player’s pain threshold.
Allegri short-handed up front
The injury further complicates matters for AC Milan, who are already dealing with multiple attacking concerns.
- Rafael Leão is still far from full fitness due to adductor fatigue bordering on pubalgia
- Santiago Giménez remains sidelined long term after ankle surgery
- Christophe Nkunku has only just returned from a foot injury and may be forced into immediate action
With options limited, Christian Pulisic is currently the most reliable attacking starter ahead of the Como fixture.
Hope pinned on Roma clash
While the absence of Füllkrug is another blow in a season already marked by physical setbacks, Milan are cautiously optimistic about having the German striker back for the key match against AS Roma later this month.
For now, Allegri must once again reshuffle his attacking unit, relying on adaptability and resilience as Milan navigate yet another injury emergency.
