Morning training at the Centro Bortolotti

With the first leg of the UEFA Conference League play-offs now in the books, the Nerazzurri were straight back on the training ground in Zingonia this morning to begin preparations for their Serie A opener against Sassuolo, scheduled for Sunday 23 August at 20:45 CEST at the New Balance Arena.

Those who featured yesterday carried out a recovery session in the gym and received treatment. The rest of the squad began with activation work before moving on to a technical drill and a 6v6 small-sided game.

Following the injury sustained in yesterday’s match against Hapoel Tel Aviv, Giorgio Scalvini underwent diagnostic tests which revealed a sprain to his left ankle. The defender has begun his rehabilitation programme and his condition will be assessed on a day-to-day basis.

De Ketelaere completed part of the session with the group, while Ahanor, Kamaldeen and Hien continue with their respective rehabilitation programmes.

Tomorrow, Saturday 22 August, preparations will continue at the Centro Bortolotti with a double training session behind closed doors.