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Richard Buxton·26 March 2023
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Richard Buxton·26 March 2023
Napoli midfielder Gianluca Gaetano is facing a spell on the sidelines after a foot fracture.
The 23-year-old was withdrawn midway through the Serie A champions’ 2-0 win over Sampdoria on Sunday.
A subsequent scan has revealed that Gaetano suffered a metatarsal injury during his side’s final outing of their title-winning campaign.
“Gianluca Gaetano, who was injured in Napoli-Sampdoria, underwent diagnostic tests today which highlighted a fracture of the fifth metatarsal of his left foot,” a Napoli statement confirmed.
“The Blues’ midfielder will undergo surgery in the next few days.”
Gaetano had enjoyed a breakout season at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona after making 12 appearances in all competitions.