CL: Gareth Bale to undergo ankle operation, out for two months

25 November,2016 08:27 AM IST |   |  AFP

Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale is to undergo an operation on his injured ankle that will likely see him ruled out of action for two months. Bale was forced offduring Real's 2-1 win over Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday



Gareth Bale

Madrid: Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale is to undergo an operation on his injured ankle that will likely see him ruled out of action for two months. Bale was forced offduring Real's 2-1 win over Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday.

The Welshman was diagnosed with a "traumatic dislocation of the peroneal tendons in his right ankle".

Real Madrid announced yesterday that Bale would undergo an operation in London on Tuesday. It means Bale will probably miss the first leg of the Champions League last 16 tie.

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!
Related Stories