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Milan parts ways with midfielder Ismael Bennacer after long absence

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:20 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Milan parts ways with midfielder Ismael Bennacer after long absence
Summary

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.

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  • •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.
Latest Updates
  • 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Milan Terminate Algerian Midfielder’s Contract
  • 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Milan part company with long-term absentee Bennacer
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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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Serie A giants Milan have parted ways with Algerian midfielder Ismael Bennacer after seven years. According to the club’s official statement, the 28-year-old leaves as a free agent.“AC Milan can c...

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