Injured Sporting player risks missing the whole pre-season | OneFootball

Sporting do not want to take any risks with João Simões. At 19, the player is still recovering from surgery to the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, and the club’s priority is to ensure he only returns when he is fully fit, even if that means missing the entire pre-season.

The injury suffered in the derby against Benfica on 19 April ultimately brought an end to the number 52’s season. A few days later, he underwent surgery and began a recovery process considered delicate, especially because it involves a problematic area.

The midfielder’s recent history also weighs on the medical department’s management of the situation. Last season, he faced exactly the same physical problem, which kept him out of action for several months. Although he returned this season, the pain persisted at times, leading Sporting’s officials to adopt a more cautious approach.

Even so, the young Portugal international remains determined to return to Rui Borges’ options as quickly as possible. During the holiday period, the player will continue to follow a strict recovery plan, in an attempt to get back on the pitch at the start of next season.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, João Simões — valued at €15 million — made 32 appearances: 18 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, three in the Portuguese Cup and one in the League Cup. In the 1,652 minutes he was on the pitch, the midfielder registered one goal and one assist.

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