Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot return to Milan training ahead of Serie A opener

Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot have returned to Milanello as AC Milan enter the final phase of their preparations for the new Serie A season.

MilanNews reported on Sunday morning that both players were back at the club’s training base and due to work with the rest of the squad in the 11:00 session.

Their return had been delayed following an extended post-World Cup break. Maignan and Rabiot had initially been expected back earlier in the week, but their schedule was pushed to August 16, leaving them with a shorter preparation period than most of their team-mates.

The timing now becomes important for Ruben Amorim, with Milan approaching their opening Serie A fixture and needing to assess how quickly the pair can regain full match sharpness.

Maignan’s situation carries particular weight because of his role as captain and first-choice goalkeeper, while Rabiot adds experience and physical presence to Milan’s midfield options. Both are expected to be important parts of Amorim’s plans once they are fully integrated into the squad.

There has been no official indication from Milan regarding any physical problem affecting either player, and the delayed return has been treated as part of their summer schedule rather than an injury issue.

The next few training sessions should provide a clearer indication of whether Maignan and Rabiot are ready to start the opening league match or whether Milan will take a more gradual approach with their workload after the extended break.