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Tijjani Reijnders Bemoans Wasteful Milan After Lecce Draw

November 11, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Tijjani Reijnders finally got his first Milan goal as Stefano Pioli's team squandered a two-goal cushion to draw 2-2 against Lecce. In a game resemblant to Rossoneri's gut-wrenching stalemate at Napoli, last season's Champions League semi-finalists were eventually lucky to avoid defeat at the Stadio Via del Mare.

Milan expedited the negotiation to prolong the contract of Rafael Leao by taking the matter into their own hands as far as his legal troubles are concerned.

Lecce vs Milan 2-2: Rossoneri Relinquish Two Goal Lead as Winless Run Continues

November 11, 2023 Alex Waite AC Milan, Lecce, Serie A

Milan gave up a 2-0 leave and eventually drew 2-2 at Lecce. The stalemate means the Rossoneri are now winless in their last four Serie A matches and remain five points behind Inter.

Milan have been tipped to go after a few strikers to have a more credible Olivier Giroud deputy. Their plans for the position aren’t yet set in stone.

Milan Player Ratings vs Lecce: Complacent Rossoneri Get Away with Robbery

November 11, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lecce, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Milan wasted a comfortable two-goal cushion at halftime to draw 2-2 against out-of-sorts Lecce at the Stadio Via del Mare on Saturday afternoon. Rossoneri were on the verge of halting a three-game winless run in Serie A before the home side's blitzkrieg denied them a much-needed victory.

While Olivier Giroud snapped out of his dry spell against Napoli, Rafael Leao failed to do so. His last goal dates back to September 23rd.

Milan Suffer Major Injury Blow During Lecce Game

November 11, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Milan cannot catch a break this season, and their bad luck continued at the Stadio Via del Mare on Saturday afternoon. Less than 15 minutes into their Serie A game against Lece, Stefano Pioli's men lost their standout performer Rafael Leao to injury.

Milan are slated to recover some pieces during the break, but they won't have Samuel Chukwueze for the upcoming string of matches.

Milan Potential Starting XI vs Lecce

November 11, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Fresh off beating Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 in the Champions League, Milan return to Serie A duties with a potentially tricky trip to Lecce on Saturday. Stefano Pioli's men are winless in their last three league outings and can ill-afford another slip-up after falling six points behind pacesetters Inter.

Lecce vs Milan: Serie A Preview, Potential Lineups & Prediction

November 9, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Buzzing from a mammoth Champions League win in midweek, Milan head to the Stadio Via del Mare to encounter Lecce in their final Serie A game ahead of November's international break. Let’s look at our match preview for this contest.

Ylber Ramadani has settled in very quickly at Lecce, aptly replacing Hjulmand, who transferred to Sporting CP last summer, drawing the attention of Inter.

Lecce Midfielder Reveals Ambition to Transfer to Inter

November 8, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Ylber Ramadani has settled in very quickly at Lecce, aptly replacing Morten Hjulmand, who transferred to Sporting CP last summer for a hefty sum, drawing the attention of Inter. The midfielder recounted a summit with the Nerazzurri’s director, Piero Ausilio: “He was in Tirana, we met and talked for a long time."

Fiorentina might turn to the market in January to address their hole at right-back as Dodo suffered an ACL tear, leaving Kayode as the lone option.

Fiorentina Tipped to Purchase a Right-Back in January

November 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Lecce, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fiorentina might turn to the market in January to address their hole at right-back asDodo suffered an ACL tear. Michael Kayode has been excellent in relief, earning a sizeable pay bump, but he’s their only option. They have been in trouble since he’s been out with an ankle injury.

Lukaku arrived following a loan deal and has already taken strides in the Italian capital. Chelsea are in line to make more than €40M on transfer fees.

Roma Pull Off Unthinkable Against Lecce: Tops & Flops

November 5, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Roma put their fans through an emotional rollercoaster this evening, picking themselves up from a deficit to beat Lecce 2-1 at the Stadio Olimpico. Jose Mourinho's men went from the jeers in the capital to absolute ecstasy in the space of three minutes.

Romelu Lukaku decided to bite his tongue while addressing the past window but suggested that things didn’t go as reported in a presser from Belgium.

Roma Boss Jose Mourinho Praises ‘Emotional’ Romelu Lukaku

November 5, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A

Romelu Lukaku went from zero to hero as Roma fought back late to beat a spirited Lecce side 2-1 at the Stadio Olimpico. The hosts bagged an unanswered brace in added time to turn the game on its head and recover from last weekend's narrow 1-0 defeat at Inter.

Sardar Azmoun recently made his Roma debut after joining on loan from Bayer Leverkusen last summer. His agent Andrea Pellegatti commented.

Roma Hero Sardar Azmoun Delivers Verdict on First Serie A Goal

November 5, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Sardar Azmoun got off the mark in the Roma shirt for the first time since joining the club on loan from Bayer Leverkusen toward the end of the summer transfer window. Jose Mourinho's men were 1-0 down going into stoppages when the 'Iranian Messi' launched a comeback, which resulted in Giallorossi beating Lecce 2-1.

Roma slumped to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Slavia Praha at the Fortuna Arena in Preague, and Jose Mourinho was nothing less than furious after the game.

Roma Boss Mourinho Provides Fitness Update on Two First-Team Stars

November 4, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Roma boss Jose Mourinho has delivered a fitness update on Renato Sanches and Paulo Dybala ahead of Sunday's home clash against Lecce. Both players have been dealing with injuries in recent weeks but are now back to the fold, though they've yet to regain optimal fitness.

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