Metatarsal Surgery Rules Kenan Yildiz Out Until Late November
Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz requires foot surgery following specialist consultations in Turin on August 25, 2026. Medical examinations confirmed a fractured fifth metatarsal in his left foot, sustained after making a single appearance in the 2026-27 season. The procedure extends the initial recovery projection from two months to three months, setting an expected return date for late November 2026.
Surgical Intervention and Recovery Timeline for Kenan Yildiz
The decision to proceed with surgery follows secondary specialist evaluations that determined an operation was necessary to ensure complete healing of the bone. Juventus medical staff are arranging the operation immediately to begin the rehabilitation process without delay.
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The prolonged absence reduces the immediate depth on the left wing for Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti. With Yildiz sidelined for the autumn schedule, primary rotation options Jeremie Boga and summer recruit Kerim Alajbegovic are positioned for expanded roles on the left side of the attack.
Yildiz will begin a structured rehabilitation program following the corrective foot procedure, targeting a return to full team training prior to his scheduled late November availability.
