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Ismaël Bennacer’s role in Algeria’s national team has come under renewed scrutiny during the current international break, as questions mount over his form, fitness, and place in Vladimir Petković’s evolving squad. Once seen as the indispensable engine of the Fennecs’ midfield, the 27-year-old—widely hailed as one of the team’s standout performers in recent years—finds himself […]
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Algerian midfielder Ismaël Bennacer is set to extend his stay at Olympique de Marseille, with discussions underway for a fresh loan agreement from AC Milan. The 27-year-old international has been the focus of negotiations as both clubs seek a compromise that would allow Bennacer to continue his career in France. Bennacer’s initial loan spell at […]
Ismaël Bennacer has expressed his delight at rejoining the Algeria national team after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, declaring his injuries are now behind him. The 27-year-old midfielder, currently on loan at Olympique de Marseille from AC Milan, has been recalled to Vladimir Petkovic’s squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Rwanda on 5 […]
Marseille have yet to reach a decision regarding the future of Algerian midfielder Ismaël Bennacer, whose loan spell from AC Milan has delivered mixed results. Brought in during the January transfer window to strengthen the club’s midfield, the 27-year-old was expected to add control, vision and experience to the heart of Marseille’s game. However, persistent […]
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Ismaël Bennacer’s stint at Olympique de Marseille is under increasing scrutiny as club officials remain undecided on whether to make his move from AC Milan permanent. The 26-year-old Algerian midfielder, currently on loan, has yet to fully establish himself as a consistent force in the squad, casting doubt over his long-term future at the Stade […]
Ismaël Bennacer has resumed full training with Olympique de Marseille and is expected to be available for the club’s final Ligue 1 fixture of the season. The Algerian international, currently on loan from AC Milan, has experienced a mixed spell since joining the French club in the January transfer window. Despite flashes of the technical […]
Zvonimir Boban has launched a scathing criticism of AC Milan’s treatment of Algerian international Ismaël Bennacer, accusing the club of mismanaging the midfielder following his return from injury. The former Milan striker and ex-sporting director, who served the Rossoneri in an executive role from June 2019 until February 2025, spoke candidly in an interview with […]
Ismaël Bennacer has endured a stop-start spell since joining Olympique de Marseille in January, but the Ligue 1 side remains committed to making his move permanent. The Algerian midfielder, who arrived on loan from AC Milan during the 2025 winter transfer window, has struggled to maintain consistent fitness. Hampered by recurring injuries, Bennacer has managed […]
Zvonimir Boban has issued a stinging criticism of AC Milan’s handling of Ismaël Bennacer, describing the Algerian midfielder as “exceptional” and lamenting what he called a failure by the club to recognize his true value. In a wide-ranging interview with Andrea Longoni, the former AC Milan executive took the opportunity to reflect on his time […]
Olympique de Marseille will be without Algerian midfielder Ismaël Bennacer for their upcoming Ligue 1 encounter against Le Havre, after the 27-year-old sustained a minor adductor injury during last weekend’s draw with Lille. Forced off at half-time in the 1–1 result, Bennacer underwent medical examinations earlier this week which confirmed the muscular issue. The club’s […]
