Jefté suffers thigh injury, leaves Palmeiras with a headache | OneFootball

Palmeiras returned to training on Friday morning with another absence in the squad. Left back Jefté, who started in the 2-1 win over Grêmio last Thursday, was diagnosed with a right thigh injury and will be unavailable for Abel Ferreira.

The No. 6 has already begun treatment at the club’s center of excellence. Against the team from Rio Grande do Sul, Jefté came in for Piquerez, who suffered a right ankle injury. The Uruguayan underwent surgery last Tuesday and is also under the care of the Medical Department.

A product of the youth academy, Arthur is the one who takes over as a starter in Abel Ferreira’s team in the absence of the other two players in the position. The young full-back replaced Jefté in the 22nd minute of the match held at Arena Crefisa Barueri.

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Palmeiras standings

With the win over Grêmio, Palmeiras moved up to 22 points and holds a three-point lead at the top of the table. Fluminense is right behind with 19. The team in green has seven wins, one draw, and one loss. Now, Verdão is preparing to face Bahia on Sunday.

Palmeiras’ next match

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