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Milan players Maignan and Rabiot extend holidays ahead of Serie A

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 10:25 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Milan players Maignan and Rabiot extend holidays ahead of Serie A

Summary

AC Milan faces frustration as key players Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot have extended their holidays until August 16, just one week before the 2026-27 Serie A season starts. The duo's decision follows their participation in the latter stages of the 2026 World Cup. New head coach Ruben Amorim is trying to stabilize his squad ahead of the season opener against Torino, but both players' absences could hinder preparations. Supporters are expressing discontent, particularly as Inter players returned to training quickly after the tournament.

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Status Watch

•Milan opens the new Serie A season against Torino on August 23.
•Maignan and Rabiot's return is set for August 16.
•New head coach Ruben Amorim is attempting to finalize his squad.
•Inter's players returned to training sooner after World Cup duties.
•Supporters are frustrated by the extended breaks of key players.

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10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Frustration for Milan as Maignan and Rabiot extend holidays ahead of Serie A kick-off

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There is growing frustration in Milan circles as key players Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot have decided to extend their holidays until a week before the start of the 2026-27 Serie A season according ...
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