Bournemouth await Milan test as Kroupi returns
Marco Rose called Milan a huge test but said Bournemouth have faced bigger games in their past. He said his side can compete with anyone and confirmed players are returning.
Before facing Bournemouth in the Europa League, Milan’s last South Coast trip ended 2-2 at Portsmouth in 2008 after Ronaldinho and Filippo Inzaghi rescued a draw.
Marco Rose said Junior Kroupi has returned to training after foot surgery and could feature at Manchester United. Alex Scott is out for at least two weeks, while Julian Araujo remains injured.
Ruben Amorim said Cisse will play against Bournemouth, while Goncalo Ramos is not seriously hurt and Samuel Chukwueze needs assessing. He praised Bournemouth's tempo and transitions.
Bournemouth's opponents Milan are set to be without Goncalo Ramos and Samuel Chukwueze. Francesco Camarda could start after the pair suffered calf and hip injuries.
Bill Foley is convinced Bournemouth are best for Alex Scott, but admits Chelsea or Manchester City could tempt him as the club push for a new deal.
Manchester United will keep Michael Carrick in charge for Sunday’s Bournemouth game despite a 4-1 loss at Como and a seven-match winless run.
Bournemouth host AC Milan 15 years after a home defeat by Bury, underlining the club's rise from liquidation fears and lower-league struggles to a first European campaign.
Preview of Bournemouth v Milan: Cherries seek a third Europa League win despite injuries to Alex Scott, Junior Kroupi and Julian Araujo. Predicted Bournemouth XI, key stats and a 2-2 forecast.
Bournemouth earn €170m a year in TV revenue and have a squad valued above €600m, outstripping Milan’s €80m rights income and €500m squad value.
Milan are expected to rotate against Bournemouth, with Cisse tipped to start up front over Camarda. Chukwueze and Goncalo Ramos are doubts after fresh injury problems.
