Two-Month Surgery Layoff for Yildiz Forces Juventus Depth Changes
Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz faces a recovery timeline exceeding two months after sustaining a fractured foot in the Serie A opener against Frosinone, requiring operative procedure. Midfielder Khephren Thuram is also sidelined for an extended period due to patellofemoral knee syndrome, with medical arrangements made to consult a specialist in France for treatment.
Kenan Yildiz Metatarsal Surgery Forces Roster Adjustments at Juventus
The loss of both players compresses Luciano Spalletti‘s available selection options across multiple areas of the pitch. In response to losing Yildiz’s creative presence in attack, Juventus retained Nico Gonzalez following his loan spell at Atletico Madrid. Midfield depth is similarly constrained by Thuram’s impairment, prompting the club to evaluate transfer targets including Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pape Matar Sarr.
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clubSpecialist Consultation in Lyon Dictates Khephren Thuram Recovery Path
Yildiz will undergo surgery to repair the metatarsal fracture suffered during matchday one. Thuram travels to Lyon to consult specialist Bertrand Sonnery Cottet, the surgeon who previously performed knee operations on defender Gleison Bremer, to resolve his patellofemoral condition.
Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini addressed the diagnosis and operational pathway required for Yildiz’s recovery.
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player“The situation is clear: He has a metatarsal injury, he will need to be operated on and will be out for a few months. Itβs not an injury that will affect things in the future. Once he returns he will be at 100%.”
Spalletti’s side opened their 2026-27 Serie A campaign with a 1-0 victory over Frosinone, followed by a win against Parma and a 1-1 draw with Milan at the Allianz Stadium.