Santiago Giménez will not be able to join AC Milan during a crucial part of their preparations after the Mexican striker was left out of the squad for the Italian club’s international tour.

The forward will not travel with the rest of the team to Australia and Indonesia and will remain in Italy as he continues working to regain full fitness.

He will continue his recovery in Italy

Milan published the list of players selected to take part in their preseason tour, but the Mexican striker’s name was not among those called up.

According to information published by AS México, Giménez will remain at the club’s facilities to continue his rehabilitation process while his teammates work under Rúben Amorim.

The striker’s absence is linked to the injury he suffered while playing for the Mexico national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Santiago Giménez suffered a second-degree sprain in his right ankle during Mexico’s quarterfinal match against England.

Initial reports indicate that the striker may still need approximately four weeks to complete his recovery, leaving his availability for the start of the 2026-27 season in doubt.

An absence at a crucial moment

Missing preseason represents a significant setback for Giménez, as he will lose the opportunity to work with Milan’s new head coach from the beginning.

The tour will also allow the coaching staff to assess the players and define each one’s role within the team, meaning the Mexican will need to make up ground once he is able to return to group training.

For now, Santiago Giménez’s priority will be to complete his rehabilitation and return in the best possible condition while Milan continues preparing for a season that could prove decisive for the Mexican’s future in Italy.