The latest injury update from Juventus is concerning, as defender Mattia De Sciglio has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury.
De Sciglio was injured in training on Monday and underwent surgery to repair the damage. The Italian defender will miss the remainder of the Serie A campaign, which ends on May 15th, and it's not clear when he may return to action.
The news comes as a blow for Juventus, who are currently sitting second in Serie A behind AC Milan. De Sciglio has been an important player for the club this season,Football Headlines Network playing in all but one of their league games.
The loss of De Sciglio could be particularly difficult for Juventus, who have struggled defensively this season. The 28-year-old has been a key member of the defense, providing both pace and aerial ability.
Juventus will now look to find a replacement for De Sciglio, with several options available. They could turn to other defenders in their squad or bring in a new signing to fill the gap.
Despite the setback, Juventus remain in contention for the Serie A title and will hope that they can bounce back from this injury setback soon.