Kenan Yıldız Closes in on Juventus Return After Foot Surgery
Kenan Yıldız is nearing the end of his lengthy recovery from foot surgery, with Juventus targeting a mid-December return to the pitch, Sportmediaset reported. The young forward has officially concluded his rehabilitation phase at JMedical and has integrated back into the club’s training group at the Continassa training ground.
Yıldız underwent an operation at the end of last August to repair a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal in his left foot. The injury sidelined the young Turkish player immediately after his seasonal debut against Frosinone, forcing him to watch from the sidelines as the Bianconeri dealt with early-season struggles.
Luciano Spalletti Faces Selection Crisis Amid Squad Shortages
Head coach Luciano Spalletti recently sounded the alarm over his severely depleted squad, noting that Juventus has just thirteen players available and lacks options off the bench, according to TorinoToday. Spalletti has had to manage matches without natural width or consistent answers on the left flank, where Yıldız typically operates.
La Gazzetta dello Sport noted that the absence of Yıldız has placed an immense tactical burden on the squad, which misses his generosity in pursuing opponents without hesitation upon losing possession.
November Training Schedule Sets Up December Comeback
Having completed his individual work in the medical center, Yıldız enters a crucial three-week conditioning block through November to rebuild match fitness.
If the recovery schedule holds without setbacks, Yıldız will fully rejoin team training in the opening days of December. La Gazzetta dello Sport identified two potential fixtures for his official return to competitive action: a match against Monza scheduled for December 14, or a high-profile fixture against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico on December 19.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yıldız’s Recovery
What exact injury sidelined Kenan Yıldız?
Yıldız fractured the base of the fifth metatarsal in his left foot, an injury that required surgical intervention in late August following the team’s opening fixture against Frosinone.
Where did Yıldız complete his rehabilitation?
The forward completed his initial recovery phase working closely with specialists at JMedical before moving to the Continassa training ground to join the main squad.
Which matches are targeted for his return?
Juventus has targeted mid-December for his comeback, with the Serie A fixtures against Monza on December 14 and Roma on December 19 serving as the primary targets for his first minutes back on the pitch.
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