Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s Renaissance: From Milan Success to England Return

A Remarkable Return to Form

In a stunning development, Ruben Loftus-Cheek has earned a call-up to the England national team after almost seven years away, highlighting the impact of Massimiliano Allegri’s management at AC Milan in just over two months.

Current Success at Milan

The English midfielder has been impressing with his combination of imposing physique and technical quality at Milan. In open space, he’s shown powerful and eye-catching performances, demonstrating increased confidence under Allegri’s management in a role that maximizes his strengths.

His recent impact was evident in Milan’s 2-0 victory against Lecce, where he scored a crucial header from Luka Modric’s free-kick delivery. This marked his first goal for the club since March 2024, and notably, his 50th league appearance – making him the second-most capped English player for the Rossoneri in the three-points-per-win era, behind only Fikayo Tomori’s 131 appearances.

Management’s Faith

The club’s commitment to Loftus-Cheek is evident, with sporting director Igli Tare identifying him as the heir to Tijjani Reijnders, while Allegri has been pushing him to increase his goal output. The coaching staff views him as a very strong midfielder with excellent ability to arrive in the opponent’s area. His physical presence is considered exceptional, and his previous season’s tally of 10 goals demonstrates his capability as a top-quality box-to-box midfielder.

Looking Ahead

While not fitting traditional positions like second striker or false nine, Loftus-Cheek has emerged as a unique midfielder whose physical dominance and forward surges could prove crucial for both Milan and potentially England under Thomas Tuchel. The early results of this season suggest a promising trajectory for the English midfielder’s career renaissance.