Palmeiras confirm Piquerez surgery, full-back in World Cup race | OneFootball

Left-back Piquerez suffered an injury in the match against England at Wembley. In the game that ended in a 1-1 draw, the Uruguayan left the field in the first half after twisting his ankle.

Surgery needed

Piquerez was diagnosed with a serious injury to his right ankle after tests carried out last Sunday (29). The left-back suffered a ligament rupture in his right ankle, an injury considered serious and requiring surgery. The procedure should be performed in the coming days.

After the surgery, the player will immediately begin the recovery process, which will be overseen by the Health and Performance Center (NSP). The entire follow-up will also be supervised by the medical staff of the Uruguayan Football Association.

Does he have a chance to play in the World Cup?

According to NOSSO PALESTRA, the left-back still has a chance to play in the World Cup in June. Both Palmeiras and the Uruguay national team will monitor the player’s situation daily.

The decision to undergo surgery was made mainly because of the Uruguayan’s desire to recover quickly and be available for both Palmeiras and the national team. Verdão has not given a recovery timetable, but the expectation is that the left-back will be sidelined for up to two months.

Absence for Palmeiras

Out of action, Piquerez will be unavailable for Palmeiras. For the position, the club currently has Jefté and Arthur, who came through the youth ranks. The Academy graduate has been used more often by Abel Ferreira in the role.

Verdão’s upcoming matches

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