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Turkish Reports Say Edson Álvarez May Need Ankle Surgery Before World Cup

Fenerbahçe has paused the Mexico captain’s activity for re-evaluation as ankle pain persists and no operation has been confirmed.

Overview

  • Álvarez was left out of Fenerbahçe’s Feb. 14 league match against Trabzonspor as a medical precaution after a relapse.
  • His last appearance came on Feb. 5 in the Turkish Cup, where he played 46 minutes before symptoms returned.
  • NowSport’s Ersin Düzen and other Turkish outlets report that surgery is being considered for the recurring right-ankle issue.
  • Neither the club nor the player has announced a decision or set any date for a potential procedure.
  • Fenerbahçe has added midfield cover with winter signing Kgolo Kanté, and Mexican reports cite Álvaro Fidalgo and Obed Vargas as national-team options if needed.