Turin Aug 25 (IANS) Italian football champions Juventus on Friday confirmed that midfielder Claudio Marchisio has injured his left knee and will be out of action for around a month.
"Following a recent problem at his left knee Claudio Marchisio underwent medical tests in Barcelona yesterday (Thursday). As the result of a previous injury to his left knee Claudio Marchisio accompanied by Juventus club doctor Claudio Rigo underwent specialist checks carried out by Doctor Cugat in Barcelona " Juventus said on their website.
"This revealed the need for the player to undergo specialist therapy and a tailored regime for muscular strengthening. Subsequently Marchisio will not be available for the next three to four weeks."
--IANS
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