Milan's Maignan to resume training after injury scare
April 15 (Reuters) - AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan has been cleared to resume training within the next few days following his collision with teammate Alex Jimenez during last Friday's match against Udinese, the Serie A club said on Tuesday.
The France international appeared to be unconscious for a brief moment and was carried off on a stretcher during the 4-0 win in Udine.
"Today, Mike Maignan underwent specialist tests which ruled out complications. In the coming days, Mike will be able to gradually resume training," Milan said in a statement.
Milan, ninth in the standings, next host third-placed Atalanta on Sunday.
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