Racing confirm Gabriel Rojas tear, out of derby with Independiente | OneFootball

Argentina’s pre-World Cup friendlies brought bad news for Racing, right on the eve of the derby against Independiente. Racing confirmed that Gabriel Rojas suffered a tear in his right biceps femoris and will miss the match against El Rojo.

Through the official social media accounts of the Avellaneda club, they reported the seriousness of the injury, which became known after the player returned from training with La Albiceleste and underwent medical tests. Initial signs indicate that the tear is not severe, but it exists and will keep him off the field for at least 15 to 20 days.

“Gabriel Rojas has a tear in the long head of the right biceps femoris. The player rejoined first-team training this morning after taking part in Argentina’s friendlies, did not take part in any activity, and around midday underwent the tests that produced the aforementioned diagnosis,” reads Racing’s statement.

As a result, the big question is how they will replace him in the derby against Independiente. The two options are Agustín García Basso or Ignacio Rodríguez, although in both cases neither is a natural left-back. So, the next few days will be key in determining how Racing reshapes its defense for Saturday’s visit to El Rojo, kicking off at 5:30 p.m.

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