AC Milan lost 3-0 at Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, where Ruben Loftus-Cheek started and was taken off at half-time. The change was because of a physical problem rather than a tactical decision.
The half-time substitution
Loftus-Cheek was replaced by Adrien Rabiot at the break. Milan were already 2-0 behind in the first half.
What was reported about the issue
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport and Milannews, Loftus-Cheek felt discomfort after taking a heavy blow to the back of his knee, forcing him off.
No comment yet from Milan
Milan have yet to comment on the extent of the problem. It remains unclear whether Loftus-Cheek will need further tests.
Other match incident
Maignan received a straight red card.
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