Milan's Nesta Suffers New Injury Blow - Report

Milan defender Alessandro Nesta's season seems doomed as he suffered another problem to his back just when it seemed he would be ready to take place on the bench again.

Although the player and Milan's medical staff want to remain optimistic, considering the progress he was making on his long-lasting back problems, following his rehabilitation period in the United States, this latest setback is a major blow.

The most likely option now for the player is a surgical operation, but in that case his playing career might be in jeopardy. The next few days will be very difficult for Nesta and the medical staff, as they will have to evaluate the situation carefully and find the best solution to resolve the problem, without trying to find the quickest and easiest outcome.

So far the defender has failed to make a single official appearance for Milan this season. It was expected he could come on the bench for this weekend's derby against Inter.