Ardon Jashari given brutal injury news as AC Milan learn how long new midfielder will be out

In an official statement released by Milan, the club confirmed that Jashari has sustained a compound fracture of the right fibula and the expected recovery and rehabilitation period is about eight weeks. The club further stated that the Swiss international will undergo conservative treatment and there is no requirement for surgery.

The 23-year-old joined Milan this summer in a deal worth €39 million (£34m/$46m) after drawn out negotiations to the point where the player went on strike in an effort to force a move to San Siro. The midfielder made his debut for Milan in the league against Cremonese but has been sidelined now after a clash with Santiago Gimenez in training. The player has since shared a message on Instagram thanking Milan fans for their "incredible support" as he focuses on his recovery.

Jashari was signed with the expectation of taking on a pivotal role for Milan amid their midfield reinvention, with Luka Modric and Samuele Ricci also joining under new boss Massimiliano Allegri. The injury blow has unsettled the Rossoneri's transfer plans, with Yunus Musah's move to Atalanta possibly being put on hold.

Amid the disappointing Jashari news, the San Siro side are expected to seal the transfer of Christopher Nkunku. Talks between Chelsea and Milan are progressing well and the Blues have already accepted their €42m package. The Italian club will hope to add him by this week before the transfer window shuts.