Juventus Confirm Low‑Grade Hamstring Strain for New Signing Jeff Ekhator

Overview

• The forward was withdrawn after 29 minutes of Juventus’ pre‑season friendly with Basel and scans on Monday showed a low‑grade strain to the right biceps femoris.
• The medical update on Monday reduces immediate concern about a serious injury but the club has not given a precise return date and Ekhator has begun rehabilitation at J Medical.
• The injury has renewed pressure on Juventus to sign a marquee striker, with Paris Saint‑Germain’s Randal Kolo Muani still the top target while talks remain difficult.
• Italian reports say Juventus are weighing short‑term options such as a loan exchange involving Mateo Pellegrino, an early loan for Ekhator to Parma, or promoting 21‑year‑old Augusto Owusu from the Next Gen team.
• Juventus’ 0‑0 draw with Basel, in which Mattia Perin saved a penalty and Fabio Miretti missed a clear chance, has been read as an early sign that Spalletti needs more reliable attacking options before the season starts.