Napoli officially announced that captain Di Lorenzo will undergo surgery.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT:
Given the time required for a full recovery from his left knee injury, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, in agreement with the club, will undergo surgery on his left foot in the next few hours to resolve a pre-existing condition.
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During the home game against Fiorentina in the 23rd round of Serie A, Di Lorenzo injured his left knee. Conte suspected after the game that Di Lorenzo had damaged his cruciate ligament, but subsequent reports showed that his injury was more optimistic than expected.