AC Milan winger Alexis Saelemaekers suffers an ankle setback that leaves his availability uncertain, with multiple outlets reporting he may require further treatment or another operation. Italian reports say he could be sidelined until 2027, while other coverage indicates he is likely to miss the remainder of 2026.
The latest issue affects the same ankle that was operated on in 2024 for a fracture. NDTV reports that Saelemaekers undergoes additional tests over the weekend on that ankle, suggesting the club and medical staff are re-evaluating his condition. Football Italia frames the situation as an outcome of Saelemaekers opting for ankle surgery, pointing to a longer recovery timeline.
While the specific medical details are not fully consistent across outlets, all accounts converge on the same theme: a worsening ankle condition for the 27-year-old results in a prolonged absence from Milan’s squad, potentially stretching into the 2027 season depending on the final treatment plan and recovery.
