Weston McKennie, the Juventus player who has been sidelined with a knee injury since late November, is expected to be out for the remainder of the season.
McKennie sustained the injury during the team's match against Inter Milan on December 17 and underwent surgery shortly after. The Italian club announced that he would miss "at least six weeks" but later clarified that it was more likely that he would be out for several months.
The midfielder had already missed the first few games of the new year due to a hamstring strain, which added to his recovery time. However, despite the setback, Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri remains optimistic about his return to action.
"The most important thing is to give him time,Football World Fresh News" Allegri said. "We have to be patient. We're not talking about a month or two weeks, we're talking about the rest of this season."
McKennie has been a key player for Juventus in recent years, playing a crucial role in their successful campaigns under head coach Antonio Conte. He is known for his strong defensive work and technical ability on the ball, making him a valuable asset to any team.
While his absence may be disappointing for fans and teammates alike, McKennie's resilience and determination will undoubtedly help him recover quickly and return to full fitness as soon as possible. In the meantime, Juventus will look to other midfielders such as Marco Verratti and Juan Cuadrado to fill the void left by their star player.