The injury situation within the Genoa team raises serious concerns. As the list of unavailable players continues to grow, it is essential to analyze who will be back on the field and who will be missing after the break.
The Latest Injury Incidents
The latest bad news involves forward Vitinha, who has suffered a muscle issue. He will undergo medical examinations soon to assess the severity of his injury and recovery timelines. It is certain that he will not participate in the match against Bologna.
In addition to Vitinha, defender Mattia Bani could also be absent. After leaving the match against Atalanta prematurely due to an injury, Bani needs to recover properly after his second muscle incident of the season. He will only be included if he is fully recovered; otherwise, his return may be considered for the match against Lazio.
Midfielder Milan Badelj will also be unavailable, having shown a physical problem during the match against Juventus. He will miss the match against Bologna and will be evaluated for upcoming matches. Furthermore, Malinovskyi, who suffered a serious injury in Venezia, will be absent for several more months.
Returns on the Horizon
Among the players on the path to recovery, Junior Messias is the closest to a return to the field. He seems to have overcome his calf issue, the second of his season, and should be available to face Bologna. His return would be crucial for the Genoa, which needs to bolster its attacking line.
Danish midfielder Frendrup is also progressing in his recovery, and his chances of playing are increasing. The upcoming week will be decisive in determining whether he can rejoin the squad before the next matches.
Regarding Ekuban, his return was expected after the international break. His presence would be an additional asset to strengthen an attack that is currently struggling to be effective.
In conclusion, the injury situation at Genoa remains delicate with several key players sidelined, but a few returns could offer hope for the upcoming matches.
Source: www.genovatoday.it