Juventus fear Manuel Locatelli has meniscus problem, could undergo surgery
Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli is feared to have a meniscus problem in his knee after sustaining an injury during a match against Milan. He is scheduled for medical tests, with the possibility of surgery or conservative therapy, which comes at an inconvenient time for the club due to other player absences.
Why it matters
Locatelli is a key player for Juventus, and his potential long-term absence due to injury could significantly impact the team's performance and strategy in upcoming matches, potentially opening opportunities for other players.
Serie A side Juventus held Milan to a 1-1 draw against Milan yesterday. Manuel Locatelli captained the side and featured significantly in the tie but doubts are growing about his fitness.
The Italian faced knee problems in the game against the Rossoneri and there is growing concern in Turin if this could be serious.
Tuttomercatoweb note that he complained about a pain on his right knee and the Juventus medical staff are keeping a close eye on the situation.
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