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Youssouf Fofana spoke to the media ahead of AC Milan’s decisive clash against Inter this evening, stating that the Rossoneri are ‘very hungry’ and eager

Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 12

Milan given answers as Fofana uses his main skill in win against Udinese

Youssouf Fofana showed his qualities in AC Milan’s 4-0 win against Udinese on Friday evening, doing what he does best from start to finish: winning back the ball. After his arrival in the summer, with Milan paying €20m after long negotiations, there have been both positive and negative verdicts of the signing.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / April 10

Empty battery and no continuity – the reasons for Fofana’s ‘inevitable’ decline

There are not many players at AC Milan who haven’t suffered in some way this season, but Youssouf Fofana has had a noticeable drop-off. As Corriere dello Sport recall, Milan have kept just three clean sheets in the Sergio Conceição era with 29 goals conceded in 22 games.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / February 25

Sky journalist explains why Fofana is playing less and expects new signing to feature soon

Sky journalist Peppe Di Stefano has shared some insight on Sergio Conceicao’s selection choices, in particular related to Youssouf Fofana. Fofana started the last couple of games on the bench after previously being undroppable, and there have been rumours of a possible argument between the midfielder and the Rossoneri coach.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / February 24

Giornale: Conceicao rift rumours denied – why Fofana was benched for the last two games

Youssouf Fofana has been virtually undroppable for AC Milan all season, that is until the last couple of games against Feyenoord and Torino. As Il Giornale (via MilanNews) recalls this morning, Fofana started on the bench for the game in the Champions League last Tuesday night and the Serie A fixture on Saturday.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / February 20

Repubblica: ‘Extreme tension’ – Conceicao clashes with Pulisic and Fofana

A number of worrying stories continue to emerge after AC Milan’s shock Champions League exit at the hands of Feyenoord on Tuesday night. Today’s edition

Soccer News / SempreMilan / February 6

Fofana believes Milan are learning Conceicao’s ways and admits surprise over new signings

Youssouf Fofana believed that the win over Roma was among AC Milan’s best of the seasons, and admitted his surprise at how well the new signings did. Milan took care of business and secured their place in the semi-finals of the Coppa Italia with a 3-1 win over Roma at San Siro last night in what was an entertaining game.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 26

Fofana suspended for derby clash against Inter – Conceicao takes the ‘blame’

Youssouf Fofana will be forced to miss the derby against Inter on February 2 having picked up a yellow card during the win against Parma. Calciomercato.com speaks of ‘the feared card’ and the fact that Milan will not be able to count on Fofana in the crucial game next weekend.

Monaco News / Football Italia / January 26

Milan lose Fofana for Inter derby after Parma yellow

Youssouf Fofana picked up a yellow card towards the end of the first half of Milan’s Serie A match against Parma on Sunday, which means that he is now

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 26

AC Milan vs. Parma: Follow the action with our live commentary

For the first early kick-off of the season, for AC Milan that is, they are taking on Parma and will be looking to build some momentum. As always, you can

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 25

Predicted Milan XI to face Parma – Fofana to be rested amid derby risk

Sergio Conceicao and his AC Milan will be up against Parma tomorrow and the goal is, of course, to clinch all three points. According to a report, the

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 24

PM: Conceicao set to drop Fofana for Milan-Parma clash – the reasoning

Youssouf Fofana has played an extensive amount of minutes for AC Milan this season, and he will be awarded a rest this weekend. However, it is not for the reason imagined.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 24

Calabria return, Fofana worry – Conceicao ponders choices ahead of Parma game

It has been almost two months since AC Milan last won a league match at San Siro and Sergio Conceicao is determined to set the record straight this weekend.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / January 22

The five key battles that could win or lose the game for Milan against Girona

AC Milan are back in Champions League action tonight in front of their home fans, hoping to beat Girona and take a step towards the top eight. After starting with consecutive defeats to Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen, Milan have won four on the spin in Europe.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 18

Fofana admits Milan must start games better: 'We will get to our goal'

Ahead of the big clash between AC Milan and Juventus this evening, Youssouf Fofana spoke to the media. He admitted that the Rossoneri have to work on a lot, including how they play at the start of games. Fofana has been an important player for the Rossoneri this season but lately, his form has been rather inconsistent.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / January 13

Fofana denies Milan have a striker problem and admits ‘work to do’ under Conceicao

Youssouf Fofana believes that AC Milan do not have a problem in the striker position and rather just have a problem taking the chances they create. Fofana

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / January 12

Milan badly need a midfielder – French talent evaluated along with ‘usual suspects’

AC Milan want to recruit a new central midfielder in the January transfer window, and a new name has reportedly emerged as a target. Last night Youssouf Fofana was not at his best as he gave away the ball for Cagliari’s equaliser, failing to stop the counter by letting his man go past.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / December 23

‘Completing the tactical side’ – Fofana and Reijnders ‘given the keys’ of Milan

In the past few years, AC Milan have consistently looked to improve or alter their midfield, and whilst this may continue, the Rossoneri have a fantastic base. Throughout last season, Milan struggled with their midfield, in pretty much every way.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / December 23

‘The untouchables’ – why midfield duo have become irreplaceable for Milan

Tijjani Reijnders and Youssouf Fofana are the two irreplaceable players in this AC Milan side, and the management wish to protect them. This morning’s

Soccer News / SempreMilan / December 22

‘Protect and accompanies’ – Fofana is Milan’s ‘real essential’

Since joining AC Milan, Youssouf Fofana’s importance to the team has been easily seen, and in recent weeks, he has taken on a new importance, earning him

Monaco News / Caught Offside / December 21

Chelsea ready to pay £50 million in order to sign Frenchman from Euro giants

Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing the French midfielder Youssouf Fofana from AC Milan. Fofana has been a key player for Milan since joining them for a fee of around €20 million last summer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

Reijnders scores but Fofana makes Milan headlines: Player Ratings vs Verona

Tijjani Reijnders scored the winner for Milan in a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona, but according to Italian sports papers, Youssouf Fofana was the MOTM at

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 23

Fofana reveals Milan fear of Juventus solidity

Youssouf Fofana confessed Milan were afraid of the Juventus defensive solidity at San Siro, noting that ‘if they scored a goal, the game was over.’ The Rossoneri were on home turf and against a side decimated by injury problems, yet they had fewer shots on goal and less possession in this dire 0-0 draw.

Monaco News / The Cult of Calcio / November 14

Milan Linchpin Fofana Continues to Target Scudetto

Youssouf Fofana has been one of the few certainties for Milan in their seesawing start to the season. The Frenchman believes the Rossoneri are in the running for major objectives despite their distance from the top of the table.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 14

Fofana on Ibrahimovic ‘advice’ before Milan games and wrong Ballon d’Or winners

Milan midfielder Youssouf Fofana reveals that Zlatan Ibrahimovic always gives the team a couple of advice before games and feels Rodri should have won the Ballon d’Or last season, while Vinicius Jr.