Overview
- The Brazilian forward traveled on January 25 to have the procedure in the coming days, with Corriere dello Sport indicating Wellington Hospital as the venue.
- The operation targets a tendon problem sustained against Lazio on January 4 after which he suffered a relapse following a brief return versus Parma.
- Reports suggest he is likely out for more than two months, though the club will determine a precise timeline after the surgery.
- Neres will miss near‑term fixtures, including the league trip to Juventus and the Champions League meeting with Chelsea.
- He has logged 25 appearances this season with six goals and four assists, reducing Antonio Conte’s attacking options during a congested stretch.