Impact Asensio faces another significant injury setback after persistent knee swelling prompted further medical examinations following his recent return to competitive action. The attacking midfielder initially suffered a calf injury against Konyaspor before playing 83 minutes in a friendly against Turan Tovuz during the international break. He subsequently started against Caykur Rizespor but experienced renewed knee swelling after being substituted, leading to further treatment and rehabilitation. Although he traveled to England for the Champions League clash against Aston Villa, an MRI revealed cartilage damage behind his kneecap, prompting the medical staff to rule him out. Following consultations with multiple specialists, including a doctor who previously operated on Asensio in Spain, surgery was deemed necessary and scheduled for this week. The procedure will rule him out of the upcoming matches against Alanyaspor and Slavia Prague, with his recovery timeline yet to be established. His absence represents a significant blow to Fenerbahce's attacking options, and a clearer indication of his expected return could emerge following the operation.
6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
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