Juventus midfielder Kenan Yildiz undergoes surgery for left foot fracture

Juventus confirmed on August 31, 2026, that midfielder Kenan Yildiz underwent successful surgery to repair a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal in his left foot. The injury occurred during the second half of the Serie A season opener against Frosinone on August 23. While the club did not provide a specific return date, medical reports indicate a recovery period of approximately three months. Yildiz is expected to miss matches through the November international break. The team is now looking at alternative personnel on the left wing, including Jérémie Boga and recent signing Kerim Alajbegović, to cover his absence in the coming months.

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