AC Milan have confirmed that they have signed Bournemouth goalkeeper Asmir Begovic on loan until the end of the season.
Ac Milan Sign Asmir Begovic on Loan From Bournemouth
Not Needed At Bournemouth
The Bosnian international has fallen out of favour under Eddie Howe at Bournemouth.
Begovic began the 2018-19 season as the first-choice goalkeeper, but he then lost his place to Artur Boruc towards the end of the season.
This season has seen Eddie Howe hand Aaron Ramsdale the first-team spot at the Vitality Stadium. However, Begovic did not get a reserve spot, with Mark Travers and Boruc acting as back-up to Ramsdale.
Instead, the 32-year-old was sent out on loan to Azerbaijani side FK Qarabag, making 17 appearances during his short-term spell.
Back-Up Role for Asmir Begovic at AC Milan
Begovic will play a bit-part role at the San Siro, as he will provide back-up to current Milan number one Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The 20-year-old has held the number one spot with Milan since making his debut in 2015. This season has seen him make 18 appearances in Serie A, conceding 23 goals.
Begovic replaces Pepe Reina, becoming the new second-choice keeper. The 37-year-old has joined Aston Villa on loan until the end of the season, as Villa search for a short-term replacement for the injured Tom Heaton.
Poor Season For AC Milan
AC Milan saw a poor first half of the season in Serie A. They currently lie 11th in the table, and are four points off the Europa League places.
Their poor season was summarised by the sacking of Marco Giampaolo in early October after three wins from their opening seven games.
With the arrival of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, they will be hoping that they can at least qualify for next season’s Europa League.
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