Kenan Yildiz is currently facing injury concerns due to a calf contusion, impacting his availability for Juventus’ upcoming matches. Following a recent loss to Como, it was noted that opposing players were particularly aggressive toward the young Turkish attacker, leading to increased physical strain during the game.
Injury Update on Kenan Yildiz
Yildiz missed the recovery session on Sunday at Continassa. Reports from IlBianconero.com and La Gazzetta dello Sport confirm the injury is a bruised calf. While this may not seem critical at different points of the season, it poses a risk given Juventus’ current struggles in February.
Upcoming Fixtures
- Second leg of the Champions League play-off against Galatasaray.
- Serie A match against Roma on March 1.
Juventus faces a 5-2 deficit in their Champions League tie, escalating the significance of Yildiz’s fitness for these matches. Coach Luciano Spalletti withdraw Yildiz late in the loss to Como as a precautionary measure to safeguard him from further injury.
Context of Juventus’ Recent Performance
February has been particularly challenging for Juventus, as they have not secured a victory so far. The team is four points away from securing a spot in the Champions League for the next season, adding to the urgency of the upcoming fixtures.
Currently, there’s optimism around Yildiz’s recovery, but uncertainty remains about whether he will be ready in time for the crucial match against Galatasaray at the Allianz Stadium on Wednesday night. The juxtaposition of the Champions League tie and a vital Serie A clash against Roma underscores the critical nature of the situation for Juventus.
