FCBARCELONA.CAT

05.05.2008 12:45

Milito to be out for six months

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Gaby Milito will be out for six months due to damage to the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee which was diagnosed after the Champions League game.

According to the club’s medical services, "after the game against Manchester United at Old Trafford Gaby Milito reported discomfort in his right knee which called for a clinical exploration and additional testing. The tests show that the player has damaged the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee."

Operation next week

The medical report also stated that “FC Barcelona’s medical services and Dr Ramon Cugat have decided to perform arthroscopic surgery next week on the knee. After the arthroscopy it will be possible to be more specific about how long the player will be unable to play for, which is expected to be around six months."

Assuming that this is correct, the Argentinean defender, who this season has played in 42 official matches, will be able to return to action at the beginning of November.