# AC Milan player injury updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ac-milan-player-injury-updates > Updated: 2026-10-05T13:39:30.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2. AC Milan is managing multiple injury setbacks involving key players. Pervis Estupiñán sustained a knee injury while on international duty with Ecuador, described as a “knee sprain with an internal lesion” or a “slight strain to the medial collateral ligament of his left knee.” He is expected to return to Italy for further clinical evaluations. Alexis Saelemaekers is facing a long-term absence due to a serious ankle issue. Following a training injury on September 29, evaluations revealed that his right ankle, which previously underwent surgery in 2024 for a fractured medial malleolus, has “lost stability.” Recent reports indicate that Saelemaekers will likely require new surgery to restore joint stability. Depending on the recovery process, he could be sidelined for several months, with some estimates suggesting he may not return to competitive play until early 2027. Regarding the setback, Saelemaekers stated on social media, “It is a difficult period, but I will face it with patience, determination and even more desire to return to doing what I love.” The simultaneous absences of Estupiñán and Saelemaekers have created depth concerns for manager Ruben Amorim. To address the tactical challenges on the flanks, potential replacements to cover Saelemaekers' absence include Diego Moreira and Davide Bartesaghi. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-05: Alexis Saelemaekers faces long-term injury at AC Milan AC Milan's Alexis Saelemaekers faces a long-term injury layoff, potentially until 2027, after suffering ankle instability requiring surgery. The injury complicates tactical plans for manager Ruben Amorim. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ac-milan-players-saelemaekers-and-estupin-face-injury-setbacks ### 2026-10-05: Pervis Estupiñán suffers knee injury with Ecuador AC Milan defender Pervis Estupiñán has been diagnosed with a knee sprain following an injury sustained while playing for Ecuador in Asia, complicating Milan's upcoming schedule. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pervis-estupin-suffers-knee-injury-during-international-duty --- Cite as: AC Milan player injury updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ac-milan-player-injury-updates