Milan have Shev doubt
Thursday 9 September, 2004
Milan are confident that Andriy Shevchenko will be fit for this weekend despite an injury scare.
The Ukrainian picked up a slight muscle problem on international duty and missed his country’s game against Kazakhstan last night.
That led to fears that he may be ruled out of Saturday’s clash against Livorno but the Rossoneri are remaining optimistic.
"I’ve spoken to him on the phone and we will carry out all the necessary tests," Milan medic Massimiliano Sala told Milan Channel.
"He felt a slight twinge on Monday during training with his country and he didn’t play yesterday as a precaution.
"However, there shouldn’t really be anything to worry about."
If Shev isn’t given the green light for Week 1 then boss Carlo Ancelotti will only be able to call on the services of Jon Dahl Tomasson and young Nicola Pozzi.
That is because Pippo Inzaghi, given his ankle problems, and Hernan Crespo are still struggling with fitness issues.
The tactician would probably decide to use a 4-3-2-1 system, with Kaka and Manuel Rui Costa supporting Tomasson, if Shevchenko doesn't feature.
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