Juninho to undergo surgery following knee injury

Paysandu striker Juninho has suffered a left knee meniscus injury and is expected to undergo surgery. The news was confirmed by the club, noting that the player has been sidelined from team activities after experiencing renewed pain.

Juninho did not travel with the squad for the match against Inter de Limeira in the fourth round of the Série C quadrangular. His last appearance for the club was on September 20 during a 2-2 draw against the same opponent. Since joining in March, he has recorded 10 goals and four assists in 25 matches.

The injury occurs at a critical juncture for Paysandu as the club competes for promotion to Série B for the 2027 season. It is anticipated that Juninho will not return to play for the remainder of the current season.