De Zerbi comments on Bennacer’s debut after summer rejection: “Wanted to come” | OneFootball

AC Milan and Ismael Bennacer parted ways on the final day of the January mercato, and the move definitely did not go how many had hoped a departure would.

Bennacer’s time at Milan ended quite sourly. Not only did the Algerian not get a ‘proper’ chance to say goodbye to the club, but the midfielder’s time ended due to a disagreement with the head coach in the Derby della Madonnina.

However, the shoe is not just on one foot. Whilst fans would have appreciated a chance to say goodbye, the 27-year-old is the one who forced a move to leave the club according to reports, and this greatly annoyed the club.

His first performance in France went how everyone on the Marseille side of the deal would have hoped, with the midfielder performing near his best – something which makes his buy clause look like immense value.

Today, Roberto De Zerbi commented on his joy to have Bennacer at the club, especially after his debut, and Milan Press relayed his sentiments.

“He [Bennacer] is a great player. I am sorry for Rongier because he was not in a condition to play, he remains a very good player. But Isma played very well and is a great player for us. He brings personality and quality.

“He wanted to come to Marseille, he loves this club. It’s an honour for us to have him play with us.”