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Fluminense midfielder Martinelli undergoes knee surgery
Fluminense midfielder Martinelli underwent successful arthroscopy on his left knee to repair a lateral meniscus injury. The procedure was performed by Dr. Douglas Santos.
Martinelli, who sustained a knee sprain during a Libertadores semifinal match against Palmeiras on October 14, is expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks. Due to the recovery timeline, he is unlikely to play again this season, with his return potentially delayed until the final matches of the Brazilian Championship or even 2026.
In his absence, coach Marcão is expected to utilize Hércules and Nonato in the midfield. Fluminense's next match is scheduled for Wednesday against Internacional in the 33rd round of the Brasileirão.
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Douglas Santos · Fluminense · Marcão · Martinelli · Palmeiras
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Martinelli underwent arthroscopy on his left knee. esportenaredemt.com.br · esporte.ig.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The surgery was performed to correct a lateral meniscus injury. esportenaredemt.com.br · esporte.ig.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The expected recovery time is six weeks. esportenaredemt.com.br · esporte.ig.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The injury occurred during a Libertadores semifinal match against Palmeiras on October 14. esportenaredemt.com.br · esporte.ig.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Coach Marcão may use Hércules and Nonato in the midfield during Martinelli's absence. esportenaredemt.com.br · esporte.ig.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Dr. Douglas Santos performed the procedure. esportenaredemt.com.br · esporte.ig.com.br