Juventus's attacking midfielder Kenan Yildiz undergoes successful foot surgery
Juventus playmaker Kenan Yıldız had successful surgery Monday on a fractured fifth metatarsal in his left foot and will immediately start rehabilitation, facing an estimated 2–3 months out.
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- Published Date: 08:45 PM 31 August 2026
Juventus attacking midfielder Kenan Yildiz underwent successful surgery for a fracture in his left foot on Monday and is ready to begin rehabilitation, the Serie A club said in a statement.
Turkey's Yildiz was forced off the field during the season's first league game against Frosinone on August 23.
"Yildiz underwent osteosynthesis surgery for a fracture of the base of the fifth metatarsal in his left foot. The surgery... was a complete success, and the player will begin his rehabilitation program tomorrow," Juventus said in a statement.
The 21-year-old is expected to be sidelined for weeks, according to media reports.
Juventus, who are coming off two wins in the league, will host AC Milan on Sunday.