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Simon Kjaer played a key role in containing the Napoli attackers, with Victor Osimhen in particular kept largely quiet until he popped up with a header.

Milan Consider Keeping Veteran Defender Until His Retirement

July 2, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A

Milan reportedly contemplate offering Simon Kjaer a chance to retire at San Siro by extending his contract. According to MilanNews, the Rossoneri are exploring the prospect of renewing the Denmark captain's deal that expires in 2024.

Milan are about to be whole defensively for the first time in months, as Fikayo Tomori and Pierre Kalulu have resumed training fully.

Milan Not Scheming Significant Change in Their Defense

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan have had some troubles in the back this season, but it’s unlikely to lead to any traumatic shifts. The Rossoneri had the stingiest defense in 2021/2022 when they won the title. Pierre Kalulu eventually became the starter next to Fikayo Tomori. That hasn’t been the case this campaign.

Milan Stopper Kjaer Shines Light on UCL Nights and Napoli Clash

April 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan center-back Simon Kjaer has been enjoying a decent return to first-team football following a lengthy layoff due to fitness problems.

Stefano Pioli is ready to face Napoli in the first leg of the Champions League’s Round of 16. The coach looked back at what brought them this far.

Pioli Examines a Few of His Players, Hails Journey

April 12, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Stefano Pioli is ready to face Napoli in the first leg of the Champions League’s Round of 16. The coach looked back at what brought them this far and praised a few of his players: “We are on a three-year path. We were distant from the European elite when we started."

Simon Kjaer, who has been lost in the shuffle as of late, surprisingly vented about the situation from Denmark. He hasn't gotten any minute recently.

Milan Veteran Kjaer Disappointed for Lack of Minutes

March 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Simon Kjaer, who has been lost in the shuffle as of late, surprisingly vented about the situation from Denmark. The defender hasn’t gotten minutes in recent matches even though Milan switched to a three-man defense: "Physically speaking, I’m in top shape. I have been able to train for two months straight."

Milan again paid their price for their shoddy defense in the match versus Roma, as the Giallorossi scored twice late in the game on set pieces.

Milan Once Again Hurt by Subpar Defense in Roma Clash

January 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan again paid the price for their shoddy defense in the match versus Roma, as the Giallorossi scored twice late in the game on set pieces. The Rossoneri have been significantly worse than last season in the back. An airtight rearguard had fueled their title run, going on a run late.

Simon Kjaer Backs Olivier Giroud to Stay Put in Milan Colors

November 29, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Denmark, France, Italian Football, Serie A

Danish defender Simon Kjaer believes Giroud will be at Milan for the foreseeable future. France beat Denmark 2-1 to become the first team to progress to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 stage, thanks to a brace by Kylian Mbappe.

Milan Stopper Kjaer: “I Only Watch Napoli When I Have Breakfast”

November 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A

Simon Kjaer believes it is in the best interests of Milan not to keep an eye on Napoli, following his side's stalemate against a stern Cremonese outfit. They now trail the league leaders by eight points.

Milan control their destiny in their Champions League group. They will try to get closer to the qualification by beating Dinamo Zagreb Tuesday.

Champions League Success Key for New Milan Ownership

October 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan control their destiny in their Champions League group. They will try to get closer to the qualification by beating Dinamo Zagreb Tuesday. If it happens, with a favorable combination, a draw versus RB Salzburg could suffice in the final fixture. They will remain short-handed for the next tilt.

Mike Maignan has escaped a short-term ban, and will only miss the game against Juventus. The French shotstopper saw a direct red card against Genoa.

Milan Lose Maignan Again Because of New Calf Injury

October 20, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Just as he was on the verge of coming back, Mike Maignan suffered a new calf injury that will sideline him for a few more matches. Milan announced that he would be re-evaluated in ten days, but his odds of playing before the World Cup break are slim.

Romelu Lukaku will remain sidelined for the upcoming match versus Salernitana. Inter will continue to be cautious with their top striker.

Multiple Inter and Milan Stars Will Stay on the Mend

October 14, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Romelu Lukaku will remain sidelined for the upcoming match versus Salernitana. Inter will continue to be cautious with their top striker, who will sit out his tenth consecutive game. Milan won't have Mike Maignan, Charles De Ketelaere, and Simon Kjaer, among others. Napoli lost Frank Anguissa.

Alexis Saelemaekers rounded out the score against Napoli with a great slalom and shot, putting the finishing touches on the shocking 0-4 victory.

Three More Milan Players Suffer Significant Injuries

October 3, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan came away with three points in Empoli but also lost three regulars due to fairly major injuries. Alexis Saelemaekers suffered the most serious one. He has been diagnosed with an MCL sprain in the left knee and will be out for six-to-eight weeks. Davide Calabria and Simon Kjaer sustained thigh strains.

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