5 players who lost 2016 to injury

Riccardo Montolivo

What’s next for the 31-year-old?

Montolivo has had a tough 2016. The player suffered heartbreak after failing to make it to Antonio Conte's final 23-man squad for the Euro 2016. An injury meant he couldn't contribute to the team's European campaign. He has been out for 243 days this year, and it must be immensely painful for a player who has seen it one too many times.

The player also missed out on the 2014 World Cup squad due to injury. A huge blow for Italy’s chances, as the player himself, made a significant impact for the team in the previous European Championships.

AC Milan are currently 3rd on the table, 7 points off the top. Montolivo will only be back next season, but they could really have done with their former captain this year.