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Juventus Confirms Renato Veiga's Leg Injury Following Match Against PSV Eindhoven

Juventus has announced that defender Renato Veiga will be sidelined for two to three weeks due to a leg injury sustained during the Champions League play-off against PSV. The Portugal international underwent tests revealing an injury to his right leg's tendon.

Juventus have announced that Renato Veiga will be sidelined due to a leg injury sustained during their match against PSV. Veiga, on loan from Chelsea, was injured early in the Champions League play-off in the Netherlands. Following tests at J Medical in Turin, Juventus provided an update on Thursday.

The club confirmed that Veiga left the field during the first half against PSV Eindhoven. Diagnostic tests revealed damage to the tendon of the plantaris gracilis in his right leg. "Renato Veiga underwent diagnostic tests," Juventus stated. The examinations confirmed an injury to his right leg tendon.

Renato Veiga Injured in Juventus Match

Although Juventus did not specify when Veiga might return, reports suggest he could be out for two to three weeks. The 21-year-old joined Juventus on loan until season's end in January and has been a regular starter this month.

Veiga made a significant impact in last week's 1-0 Serie A victory over Inter. He led with 63 touches, 41 completed passes, and seven clearances. Juventus, currently fourth in the league, will face Cagliari on Sunday before playing Empoli in the Coppa Italia quarter-finals.

Story first published: Friday, February 21, 2025, 21:28 [IST]
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