Ancelotti: Gattuso & Kaka Back For Arsenal, Ronaldo Maybe

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Ancelotti: Gattuso & Kaka Back For Arsenal, Ronaldo Maybe
Milan have been handed a huge boost by the news that Gennaro Gattuso and Kaka will be fit to play against Arsenal next week, however there are still doubts over Alexandre Pato, even if Ronaldo could make the game.

The Rossoneri have the chance to move into fourth place in Serie A if they can win their rescheduled week 16 game against Livorno at San Siro tomorrow night.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference Ancelotti has spoken about the current injury situation at the club.

“There will be no Pato or Kaka [against Livorno]. Gattuso will return, just like Gilardino following his suspension last Sunday,” said Ancelotti.

“For the rest, we must evaluate those who played on Sunday. Probably Nesta will not play, because he has not yet recovered from the back problems, and even Maldini, who I must rest for one round.

“Pirlo and Ambrosini are fine, they have recovered and will be available.”

Gattuso & Kaka Back For Arsenal
There were huge worries that Milan would travel to London to play Arsenal next week with numerous first-team players out.

Gattuso was at first expected to be sidelined for four-to-six weeks but the midfield bulldog has once again proved what a quick healer he is. Kaka meanwhile will also make it following some knee problems.

“Gattuso is fine, he has recovered very quickly, also thanks to the great application that he had during treatment. He is a great professional,” Ancelotti explained.

“Pato is a bit behind Kaka. Ricky will be available against Parma [at the weekend].”

Ancelotti also spoke about the current injury woes for Ronaldo, but has some positive news.

"Ronaldo? It’s a condition not a physical problem. There is the possibility of making him work well this week and propose him against Parma,” the Coach stated.

Finally Ancelotti said that Sunday’s goal-hero Alberto Paloschi will play against Livorno if Filippo Inzaghi is not passed fit for the match.

“If Inzaghi has difficulty in his recovery, Paloschi will play from the start. Otherwise he will start from the bench and Inzaghi will play,” concluded Carletto.