Thomas Vermaelen could be sidelined for the remainder of the season as Barcelona reveals he will undergo thigh surgery.
The former Arsenal centre-back, 29, has yet to feature in a competitive
match for the Catalans since joining for £15m in the summer.
He will have his operation on Tuesday in an attempt to cure the
problem sustained while playing for Belgium during a 2014 World Cup
group stage clash with Russia.
Thomas Vermaelen Might Wait Till Next Year to Make His Competitive Debut for Barca Due to Injury. Image: Getty.
“First team footballer Thomas Vermaelen will undergo surgery on his
right semitendinosus muscle by doctor Sakari Orava next Tuesday in
Finland,” read a statement on Barcelona’s official website. “The
estimated recovery time is 4 to 6 months.”
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