Valencia’s captain, José Luis Gayá, will undergo surgery to treat a muscle injury in his left leg. The team confirmed the injury through testing, which ruled him out of the Euro Cup. It is expected to take around three months for Gayá to recover if all goes well. This setback comes after a previous injury in March during a match against Villarreal, where he suffered a similar muscle problem.
Gayá’s recent relapse occurred during a game against Girona, which resulted in the decision for surgery. The player had only played 30 minutes prior to his re-injury. The surgery aims to fully recover the muscle, a first-time injury for Gayá. This unfortunate situation will lead to a significant absence for the team at the beginning of the upcoming season due to his important role on the field.
The medical team and Gayá have carefully considered the best course of action to ensure a full and successful recovery from this unexpected setback. The focus now is on rehabilitating the player to regain his fitness and form. The team will closely monitor his progress to determine his return to play.