Palmeiras to assess Piquerez and push to recover Mauricio before key Libertadores tie | OneFootball

Palmeiras will assess Piquerez’s left ankle on Sunday after a heavy challenge in the 2-0 win over São Paulo, and are trying to have Mauricio fit to travel to Quito for Wednesday’s Conmebol Libertadores quarter-final against LDU, according to Globo.com.

The incident came on 37 minutes when Osorio’s tackle left the left-back with a sprain. After lengthy treatment Arthur was readied, but the Uruguayan completed the half before being replaced at the interval. The medical staff plan to make a measured call on the extent of the issue.

Piquerez has already had an ankle problem this season, on the right side. He suffered ligament damage in March, underwent surgery and missed much of the first half of the year, returning on the eve of the World Cup.

Palmeiras were without four players for the derby due to fitness issues. Jefté is not expected to play again this year after right knee surgery, while Sosa and Paulinho are recovering from muscle injuries.

The latest absentee was Mauricio, diagnosed with mild tendinitis in his right knee. The club are working to have him available for the trip on Wednesday, or else on Sunday, and aim to bring back Sosa and Paulinho as soon as possible.

Palmeiras visit Ecuador on Wednesday with the cushion that a draw would secure a semi-final berth. Gustavo Gómez is suspended against LDU after receiving three yellow cards.

Source: Globo.com

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