Allegri names Jashari or Ricci as Milan's Modric replacement for season run-in
Quick summary
Massimiliano Allegri confirmed that AC Milan will replace the injured Luka Modric with either Ardon Jashari or Samuele Ricci for the final four Serie A matches. Modric is expected to miss the rest of the 2025-26 season after suffering a fractured cheekbone.
What happened
Allegri said Milan have two internal options to cover for Luka Modric after the midfielder's season-ending facial injury. Modric had been a near-ever-present for Milan in Serie A, starting 32 of 34 league matches, so his absence is significant for the run-in. Ahead of the away match against Sassuolo, Allegri expressed confidence in Ardon Jashari and Samuele Ricci as replacements. The update frames Milan's response as a midfield reshuffle rather than an external solution.
Chance analysis
This matters because Milan are losing a highly trusted and heavily used central midfielder at a decisive stage of the Serie A season. Even with Allegri backing Jashari and Ricci, replacing Modric's stability and experience could slightly reduce midfield control and continuity in the final matches.
Modric's absence weakens Milan's midfield continuity, though Allegri's trusted replacements may limit the overall drop-off.
Treat this as a confirmed midfield availability downgrade for Milan, while monitoring which of Jashari or Ricci starts.