The 2026 World Cup is a few months away, and the Mexican national team head coach, Javier Aguirre, will need to make decisions for the World Cup roster. One of the biggest concerns in the squad is the fitness of striker Santiago Giménez.
Santiago Giménez has been out of action for four months due to an ankle injury. The Mexican striker had surgery to recover from the injury, which he sustained for a long time.
His last match was in AC Milan's 1-1 draw with Atalanta in the Serie A on October 28, 2025. Giménez's fitness in the next few months is crucial for him to receive a call-up to the Mexican national team in time for the World Cup.
AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri spoke about players who have been out of action due to injuries, including Santiago Giménez.
When giving an update on Rafael Leao, Allegri mentions Giménez and hints that his return is sooner rather than later.
Massimiliano Allegri on Santiago Giménez
Ahead of AC Milan's Serie A match against Pisa tomorrow, Massimiliano Allegri spoke about injured players in the squad potentially returning very soon.
Allegri revealed that Santiago Giménez is close to returning to the pitch as the Mexican striker is recovering well.
Allegri said, "Leão is feeling better, and so is [Santiago] Giménez. He should be back in around a month."
Reports in Italy suggest that AC Milan are hoping that Giménez is back for the league match against Lazio on March 15, 2026. Giménez is not expected to be called up for Mexico's friendly matches against Portugal and Belgium in late March.
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