João Simões on Sporting injury and surgery: "Didn't heal..." | OneFootball

João Simões confirmed that he will miss the rest of Sporting’s season after deciding to undergo another surgery on the fifth metatarsal of his right foot. The 19-year-old midfielder felt the effects of an old problem again and, together with Sporting’s medical department, chose to have another procedure with next season already in mind.

Through social media, the Portugal under-21 international explained the decision: "Sporting fans, unfortunately I won’t be able to help the team on the pitch for the remainder of the season", he wrote, adding: "I will undergo a minor surgery on the fifth metatarsal [of my right foot], because the fracture has not fully healed".

The player also assured that the priority is to make a full recovery. "It is a decision made together with Sporting’s medical team to ensure that I recover 100% and can start next season in the best possible shape. Thank you all for the support - I will come back stronger!".

According to Record, Simões had already been showing signs of physical limitations since the home match against Arsenal in the Champions League, having missed the trip to Reboleira and, even with difficulties, joined the trip to London, ultimately not being an option for the derby against Benfica. The surgery is expected to take place later this week, while the recovery time will only be determined after the procedure.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, João Simões - valued at €15 million - made 32 appearances: 18 in Liga Portugal Betclic, ten 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 recorded one goal and one assist.

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