Official: Kenan Yildiz undergoes surgery for fracture, out 2-3 months
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Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz has had surgery for a fracture and is expected to be sidelined for 2-3 months.
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Attributed to original sourceKenan Yildiz has undergone surgery for a fractured metatarsal in his left foot, confirmed Juventus, and is expected to be out for two to three months, while Jeff Ekhator also has a new injury.
The news was expected over the last week, when he sustained the injury during the opening round of the Serie A season against Frosinone.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 08: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus makes a run during the match between Juventus and FC Internazionale at Optus Stadium on August 08, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/Getty Images) It became immediately apparent that he would need to go under the knife to correct the fracture, and that it would be a long spell on the sidelines.
Although the length of his absence is not mentioned in the statement, it is expected to be around two to three months until we see Yildiz on the pitch again.
Kenan Yildiz has surgery PERTH, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 11: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus controls the ball during the match between Juventus and Palermo at HBF Park on August 11, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/Getty Images) A statement released by Juventus confirmed Kenan Yildiz underwent surgery to fix a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal bone in his left foot.
It was performed at the Augsburg Hessingpark Klinik by Dr Martin Jordan in the presence of the club doctor, Dr Marco Freschi.
Yildiz will begin the rehabilitation programme over the next 24-48 hours.
TURIN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 22: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus FC in action during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Como 1907 at on February 21, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) It was not the only bad news for Juventus, because Jeff Ekhator also underwent scans that showed a moderate-grade injury to the semitendinosus muscle in his right thigh.
This is another setback on top of the one he had straight after completing the transfer from Genoa, and more tests are required in two weeks’ time to “determine the exact recovery timeframe.”
Here too the time on the touchline is expected to be two months.
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What happened
Juventus have confirmed that Kenan Yildiz has undergone surgery to repair a fracture. The 20-year-old Turkish international, who has been one of Juventus's most important attacking players this season, is expected to be unavailable for 2-3 months. The injury is a significant blow to Juventus, who will need to find replacements in attack during a critical period of the season. Yildiz's absence will likely force tactical adjustments from head coach Thiago Motta.
Chance analysis
Kenan Yildiz had emerged as the creative hub of Juventus's attack this season, providing both goals and assists from the left flank. Losing him for 2-3 months removes Juventus's most dangerous attacking outlet and forces Thiago Motta to reshape the front line. With the January transfer window open, Juventus may now be compelled to enter the market for attacking reinforcements. The timing is particularly damaging as Juventus are fighting on multiple fronts domestically and in European competition.
Juventus lose their most influential attacking player for 2-3 months, severely impacting their offensive capabilities and potentially forcing January transfer activity.