Thuram faces surgery as Juventus sweat over midfielder

Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram could be sidelined for a long spell after a knee issue flared up.

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What happened. Thuram was left out of Juventus' squad for the Serie A match against Parma and will see a specialist next week to decide on knee surgery.

• He has been troubled by the issue since the end of last season.
• He trained separately during pre-season and missed the opener against Frosinone.
• Coach Luciano Spalletti said he is 'very worried' about the midfielder.

“very worried”

— Luciano Spalletti

Juventus are already seeking a new midfielder after failing to sign free agent Franck Kessié.

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