Milan parts ways with midfielder Ismael Bennacer after long absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
AC Milan has officially announced the termination of Ismael Bennacer's contract by mutual consent. The midfielder has not played for the Rossoneri in a competitive match since 2024, following a serious knee injury. Bennacer joined Milan in 2019 and made 178 appearances, playing a key role in their 2021-22 Scudetto win. After a loan to Marseille and a stint at Dinamo Zagreb, he may now move to Al-Gharafa in Qatar.
- •Bennacer's contract terminated by mutual consent on August 7, 2026.
- •He hasn’t played competitively since 2024 due to injury.
- •Joined Milan in 2019 for €16 million from Empoli.
- •Contributed to Milan's Scudetto title in the 2021-22 season.
- •Possible future transfer to Al-Gharafa in Qatar.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Milan part company with long-term absentee Bennacer
"Milan have officially confirmed that they have parted company with midfielder Ismael Bennacer, who has not turned out for the Rossoneri in a competitive fixture since 2024.Official: Bennacer leaves Mi...
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