Arrascaeta to undergo wrist surgery on Thursday, Flamengo confirms

Flamengo have confirmed that Giorgian de Arrascaeta will undergo surgery on his left wrist on Thursday, after fracturing it during Uruguay's friendly against South Korea. The midfielder arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, and the club has scheduled the operation, according to Gazeta Esportiva and UOL Esporte.

Arrascaeta was injured in a fall during the second half of Uruguay's 4-1 victory, in which he scored a goal and provided an assist, as reported by Gazeta Esportiva. The club has not set a timeframe for his return, but there is concern about his availability for the Copa Libertadores semi-final against Estudiantes, scheduled for 15 and 22 October, according to Gazeta Esportiva and Metrópoles.

Surgery scheduled

UOL Esporte reports that the surgery on Arrascaeta's wrist will take place on Thursday. The player arrived in Rio on Wednesday, and Flamengo have defined the date for the procedure, according to ge. The club confirmed the surgical recommendation, and Arrascaeta reacted publicly, saying: "Não há medo" (There is no fear), as reported by Gazeta Esportiva.

A recurring issue

This injury is not the first for Arrascaeta at Flamengo, as Terra notes. The player has a history of physical problems, and this new setback comes at a crucial moment. According to ge, Arrascaeta's absence also means that Flamengo will have to manage without him for the return from the international break.

Flamengo's options

Without Arrascaeta, the coaching staff faces a puzzle, as UOL Esporte reports, especially after Flamengo struggled in the transfer market. The club are working on options to replace the midfielder, according to ge. The first leg of the semi-final against Estudiantes is set for 15 October, and Flamengo will need to adapt quickly.