Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Raúl Jiménez will undergo surgery on his left knee this Friday in London, the club has confirmed. The procedure aims to repair the medial collateral ligament (MCL), with the Mexican forward expected to be sidelined until January.
Jiménez sustained the injury four weeks ago during a Premier League match against Everton. Despite initial hopes for a natural recovery, the injury has not healed as anticipated. Phil Hayward, Wolves’ head of performance, told the club’s official website that after three weeks of ongoing assessments and consultations with multiple knee specialists, the decision was made to proceed with surgery.
Hayward explained that this type of low-grade MCL injury typically heals without surgical intervention. However, continuing with conservative treatment carried the risk of a longer absence if surgery became unavoidable later on. The operation will focus on reattaching the ligament to the tibia without requiring a full reconstruction. This approach is intended to give the medical team more control over the recovery process and timeline.
The expected recovery period is around three months, which means Jiménez will miss the remainder of the calendar year. The striker has been a key attacking figure for Wolves, and his absence will leave a gap in the team’s frontline.
Wolverhampton’s announcement follows detailed medical reviews aimed at ensuring the best course of action for the player’s long-term fitness. The club has emphasized the importance of a thorough and cautious approach given the demands of Premier League football.
Raúl Jiménez’s return is currently projected for January, with the club monitoring his rehabilitation closely to avoid any setbacks.
According to Yahoo Sports.
