Viti Rozada, the UD Las Palmas right-back, underwent surgery on the medial meniscus of his left knee on Thursday. The club confirmed the operation via an official statement on their website, noting that "the time out will depend on recovery".
The player, whose contract with the yellow outfit expires next summer, had yet to make his debut this season. Initial estimates suggest his absence could last at least until November. This setback adds to that of Marvin Park, who however could return in one or two weeks, leaving Pezzolesi as the only natural option for the right-back position in Rubén De la Barrera's side.
Rozada's injury comes at a delicate time for the squad, which sits fifth in the Segunda División with 10 points from five games. The team faces its next fixture this Saturday at home against Burgos, tenth in the table, looking for its fourth win of the campaign. The team has won three of its last five matches, a recent form they hope to maintain. The club's goal for the season is to reach 70 minutes of possession per game, a figure that will be impacted by defensive absences.
With Rozada out, the manager will have to carefully manage options for the right flank, a position already dealing with absences. The squad's status can be followed in detail in our injuries section. The Canary Islander's recovery will be key for his renewal prospects and for the team's defensive solidity in the coming months.
First reported at as.com
