On July 11, according to Spanish media outlet Sport, Frenkie de Jong’s ankle injury could require surgery.
On the first day of the new season, De Jong underwent medical tests alongside his teammates. The Dutchman remained smiling, but everyone understood that his right ankle was far from ready for professional competition.
Beyond the swelling in his right ankle, the Barcelona medical staff are genuinely concerned about the condition of the lateral ligaments in De Jong’s ankle. He has been extremely cautious about protecting the ligaments during his vacation, but with the season already underway, every training session with the team puts significant pressure on his ankle.
It is understood that there are only two treatment options available for De Jong.
Firstly, pressure could be applied to De Jong’s ankle, allowing him to participate in most of the team’s training activities. His progress will then be assessed to determine if further rehabilitation training is necessary.
Secondly, if signs of instability in his ankle arise, surgical intervention would be required. However, arthroscopic surgery would sideline De Jong for several months, significantly impacting his athletic performance.
The extent to which De Jong’s ankle can withstand pressure, and the recovery status of his lateral ligaments, remain to be observed.
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