"Milan's season is such that this game comes nine days after the tie against Roma - with the next game at Pisa 10 games later. In the midst of this layoff the winter transfer window comes to its conclusion. At the time of writing Jean-Philippe Mateta imminent transfer to Milan has failed due to discovery of a knee issue that may force the player into surgery."
"A few players are playing below 100% and Saelemaekers is certain to miss out on this trip to the Dall'Ara. Athekame is the likely alternative. Pulisic and Leao are uncertain for the same reason but neither is expected to remain out beyond a few days. This leaves Nkunku and Loftus-Cheek as the starters further up the pitch. The midfield will feature Ricci, Modric, Rabiot and Bartesaghi with Fofana having a chance to start in Ricci's place."
Milan travel to Bologna nine days after drawing with Roma and face a long gap before the trip to Pisa, coinciding with the winter transfer deadline. Jean-Philippe Mateta's anticipated move collapsed after a knee problem that may require surgery, seen as prudent risk mitigation following previous failed transfer attempts. Milan sit second while Inter lead by eight points with an extra game; several rivals remain close. Multiple players are doubtful or unavailable, Saelemaekers is out, Nkunku and Loftus-Cheek are set to start, and Maignan remains in goal. Champions League hopes depend heavily on squad fitness unless a late signing appears. Bologna have recorded one Serie A win in ten.
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