New problems for Udinese, already struggling with several absences in midfield. The Friulian club announced, through an official note, that Oier Zarraga, who left early during the last training session, has suffered a low-grade lesion to the adductor of the right thigh. The instrumental tests carried out have confirmed the muscular problem, and the Spanish midfielder has already begun the rehabilitation process.
The expected recovery time is around two weeks, but prudence pushes us to consider his 2024 already over. Zarraga will certainly miss the next Serie A matches against Napoli and Fiorentina, in addition to the Coppa Italia round of 29 against Inter. Udinese hopes to have him available for the match on December 4 against Torino, but it is more realistic to assume a return to the field in the first match of the new year, scheduled for January XNUMX away against Verona.
The situation in midfield is therefore becoming increasingly complicated for coach Runjaic, who is already forced to do without Lucas Payero. With the infirmary full, Udinese will have to rely on alternative solutions to face a particularly intense period of the calendar.
Article published on 12 December 2024 - 17:40
It's a shame for Zarraga, but the situation in midfield is complicated. We hope he recovers soon, even if two weeks is a lot for an athlete. Udinese must be prepared to deal with absences.