Piquerez has surgery and starts treatment at Palmeiras | OneFootball

Palmeiras confirmed last Monday (30) that left-back Piquerez suffered a ligament tear in his right ankle during Uruguay’s national team match against England.

Palmeiras full-back undergoes surgery

The Uruguayan underwent surgery on Tuesday afternoon (31) and will begin intensive treatment starting this Wednesday, aiming to recover in time to play in the World Cup.

Time out of action

According to NOSSO PALESTRA, the left-back is expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks. The decision to undergo surgery came from the player himself, due to his desire for a faster recovery and to be available for both the Uruguay national team in the World Cup and Palmeiras.

Based on the estimated timeline, the left-back is expected to miss 18 matches before recovering from the injury, with his return to action and a spot in the World Cup as the goal.

Verdão’s next match

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