Massimiliano Allegri’s trust is an important signal, but it cannot be the only thing to hold on to. Ruben Loftus-Cheek is going through a crucial phase in his time with the Rossoneri: the goal scored against Bologna briefly put him in the spotlight, but it is not enough to erase the difficult months that came before, marked by inconsistent performances and a level of play that has not lived up to expectations. Looking ahead, Milan demand certainty, especially from those who, by their qualities, are supposed to make a difference.
Loftus-Cheek's qualities are there, but consistency is not
From a physical and technical standpoint, Ruben Loftus-Cheek remains a midfielder who could potentially be in a class of his own: imposing physique, ability to burst forward, make runs into the box, and carry the ball with quality, writes Milan News. Precisely for this reason, however, he is judged more strictly.
A player with his skill set cannot settle for a few isolated flashes, like those seen against Bologna or Lecce at the start of the season. Last Tuesday’s goal was indeed important, but it represents only a part of what Loftus-Cheek should be delivering on a regular basis. Milan need a dominant, all-action midfielder, fully present when called upon, capable of making an impact in both phases of play and becoming a constant reference point, not just an occasional one.
Renewal possible, but a step up is needed
This issue inevitably ties into his future. Even though the parties are already in discussions, what has been seen so far would not be enough to justify talk of a contract renewal. Allegri's confidence should be a starting point, not the finish line.
For this reason, Loftus-Cheek is now called upon to prove he deserves to be at Milan not just for his name or potential, but for what he can produce on the pitch, week after week. The time for excuses is running out: now performances and consistency are required, because at a club like Milan, trust must be backed up by results.
