Ruben Loftus-Cheek will return to the squad for Easter Monday when Milan face Napoli at the 'Maradona' stadium, concluding the 31st round of the Serie A season, according to Enilive.
The English player has been sidelined for over a month following a clash with Parma goalkeeper Edoardo Corvi, which resulted in fractures to his upper teeth and the maxillary alveolar bone. His recovery, however, has been relatively quick compared to initial expectations, and the former Chelsea player gave a few statements to SportMediaset.
On the contribution he can make on the field upon his return:
"I think everyone knows I can play in different positions and that wherever I play, I give my all. This season I’ve played a few times as a forward or in midfield, but wherever I play, I’ll try to help create or score goals. I’m happy to do that."
Does Milan still believe in the Scudetto? Loftus-Cheek said:
"I think it’s important for us to believe. But I think the best way is to focus on one match at a time. We have a tough challenge against Napoli, which would help us enormously if we win, but the table is very tight among the top four or five, so we have to focus on every game and see where we end up."
About his new mouthguard (he will play with a protective mask):
"It’s like a rubber shield: it’s higher in the fractured area. It gives me more confidence, protection, in case I get an elbow."
