"Rafael Leao's season has been rather hit and miss, and AC Milan have not been able to profit from the star's talent. However, it has been due to injuries, rather than misperformance. In previous seasons, there have been frustrations about Leao and his contributions to the team. Unfortunately, this year is no different, but the reasons have changed. Rather than failing to hit the levels expected of him, he has just been unavailable."
"At present, the Portuguese is perhaps at his most deadly in his career. He is still having an impact, even when not at his best level, which also creates problems. He is pushing to return and 'wants to play', but even he knows his limits currently."
"When he is back to his best, there will be no questions asked. For now, though, it is a case of waiting for him to be back to his best and Allegri will give his situation time, rather than rushing him back."
Rafael Leao has missed significant playing time this season due to injuries, notably an abductor problem that has limited his availability and performance. He has made only 13 Serie A appearances and logged under 850 league minutes. Massimiliano Allegri has reduced his minutes to avoid a longer lay-off and to manage the congested schedule. Leao remains influential even when not fully fit and is eager to return to the starting lineup. AC Milan have alternative attacking options in Niclas Fullkrug and Christopher Nkunku, allowing rotation. The club intends to give Leao time to recover fully rather than rush his comeback.
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