Cruzeiro reveal injury updates on Chico da Costa and Jonathan Jesus | OneFootball

On Monday, Cruzeiro released a medical update regarding the situation of defender Jonathan Jesus and forward Chico da Costa, who underwent exams that confirmed injuries, both with a recommendation for conservative treatment. The two injuries occurred during Cruzeiro's 1-0 victory over Betim on Sunday night (1st) at Arena Vera Cruz, in a match valid for the sixth round of the Campeonato Mineiro.

According to the club's official statement, Jonathan Jesus was diagnosed with a ligament strain in his right knee. The medical evaluation ruled out the need for surgical intervention, and the defender has already begun the recovery protocol under the supervision of the Health and Performance Department.

Meanwhile, forward Chico da Costa was confirmed to have a muscle injury in his right thigh. As with the defender, the treatment will be conservative, starting immediately, following the plan established by Cruzeiro's medical department.

The club did not disclose timelines for the players' return to the field. Both will remain in treatment and will be re-evaluated periodically, with their release conditioned on clinical and physical progress.

A starter at the beginning of this season, Jonathan Jesus has been a constant presence in Tite's team, participating in all of Cruzeiro's matches in 2026. The coach will have the return of Argentine Lucas Villalba, an absolute starter during 2025. In addition to the Argentine, the squad includes Fabricio Bruno, João Marcelo, and the young players Janderson and Bruno Alves as options in defense.

In the offensive sector, Chico da Costa is an option for the forward position, currently occupied by Kaio Jorge. Tite also has the young Néiser Villareal, who came on for Chico in the victory over Betim.

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