Published 13:14 IST, March 7th 2023
Has Neymar played his last match for PSG? Club official answers on his availability
PSG forward Neymar jr. has been ruled out for the rest of the season following the ankle injury that he sustained during the game against Lille on February 20.
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PSG forward Neymar jr. has been ruled out for rest of season following ankle injury that he sustained during game against Lille on February 20. It has been reported that Brazilian would have to undergo surgery to recuperate ligaments in ankle. club has stated that Neymar has to stay for three to four months on sidelines.
While enjoying one of best spells in PSG jersey, Neymar was in tremendous form but as it turns out ecstasy has been turned into agony as he has been struck with ar injury blow. In season Brazilian h alrey netted 18 times and was playmaker on 14 occasions, however, with devastating injury his season is probably over. Moreover, with speculations of exiting club at end of season, re are opinions brewing that football world has seen last of 31-year-old in PSG's jersey.
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Official statement by PSG on Neymar's injury
"Neymar Jr. has h several episodes of instability in his right ankle in recent years," PSG said in a statement. Following his last sprain contracted on Februrary 20. medical staff recommended a ligament repair operation to avoid a major risk of recurrence. All experts consulted have confirmed this necessity.
"A delay of three-four months is expected before his return to training."
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With three months out, Neymar's 2022/23 Ligue 1 season is over. However, if PSG reaches final of Champions League n Neymar could make an appearance re. But that's a long way to go, and first PSG would have to deal with Bayern Munich Challenge. After first leg of UCL R16 tier Bavarians le PSG 1-0. second leg is set to take place on March 9.
In league, PSG are currently sitting at top, eight points ahe of second-placed Marseille. y will w visit Brest to continue momentum that may end with ar domestic league glory. For PSG, both Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are in great form, scoring goals week in and week out. Mbappe recently netted 201st goal for club, reby becoming all-time highest goalscorer of PSG.
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13:14 IST, March 7th 2023