Friday, 4th April, 2014
AC Milan midfielder Michael Essien is expected to be out for about two weeks after suffering a thigh injury.
The former Chelsea player, who replaced an injured Sulley Muntari just before half-time during the match against Chievo last weekend, is himself set to be out of action for the Rossoneri.
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Joining Milan in January from Chelsea, the Ghana international has featured in six league matches for the team with three of his appearances coming as a substitute.
The player is now expected to undergo further tests in ten days' time.
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"AC Milan wishes to communicate that Michael Essien has picked up an injury to his right thigh", a club statement revealed.
"The player will undergo further tests in ten days' time."
The 2010/11 domestic league winners are currently placed 11th in Serie A with 42 points in 31 matches, and their European qualification chances for next term now look slim.
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