The seasoned French footballer will return to play significantly less than originally expected.

In the 38th minute of the away match against the Roman Lazio (1: 2), in the 16th round of the Italian Serie A, Fiorentina midfielder Franck Ribery was injured, as a result of which he was forced to be replaced by Valentina Esserik.

Lazio 2-1 Fiorentina Video goals and match review Initial suspicions were about knee problems, but the results of the initial medical examination, according to the official website of the club from Florence, were more reassuring.

" ) individual training. Medical tests carried out this morning by Fiorentina's staff have ruled out injury to the knee joint capsule, which was suspected at the time of a traumatic collision with an opponent..

The player will continue recovery procedures in the near future, and his condition will be assessed over the next few days, "

In the new season, the French striker has already played 15 matches (1,051 minutes), scoring four assists.

It is likely that in Fiorentina's next home game against Sardinian Cagliari on January 10, we will not be able to see Franck Ribery on the pitch..