Gonçalo Guedes, a 20-year-old attacking midfielder and winger standing at 179 cm, is set to undergo surgery after suffering a fractured toe during a recent clash against Barcelona. Guedes, who officially joined Valencia on a one-year loan in September, was also called up to the Portuguese national team for the first time this past November, signaling his rapid rise on the international stage.
According to Spanish media outlet Movistar, Valencia’s general manager Mateu Alemany confirmed the seriousness of the injury, stating that immediate surgery is the best course of action to prevent further complications. “He unfortunately fractured his toe during the match,” Alemany explained. “We are preparing for surgery right away because if this develops into a full break later, it could pose a significant risk to his long-term fitness.”
Guedes is expected to be sidelined for approximately three to four weeks following the procedure. The club is taking a cautious approach, aiming to avoid the possibility of an extended absence that could stretch to two and a half months. For a young player who has just begun to make waves in La Liga, the timing couldn’t be worse — but as they say, when it rains, it pours.
Meanwhile, in a related update from France, Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembélé was recently seen watching his former team Rennes take on Nantes. He greeted former teammates and reportedly told coaches he expects to rejoin full training in two weeks. French media captured Dembélé explaining that his recovery is going smoothly and that he is eager to return. “I can only speak a little Spanish now,” Dembélé admitted, “but I’m doing everything I can to come back strong — even on holidays.”
This news comes at a time when both Valencia and Barcelona are juggling injury concerns that could affect their depth during the critical winter fixtures. As Bangla Cricket Live continues to spotlight player recoveries and transfer developments, Guedes’ surgery and return timeline have become key points of interest. For Bangla Cricket Live followers tracking young talents across Europe, the Portuguese midfielder’s road to recovery will be one to watch closely.