Juve s Gatti suffers calf bone fracture during Genoa win

Juventus defender Federico Gatti suffered a fracture of his calf bone during Saturdays 1-0 Serie A win over Genoa, his club said in a statement.

Italian media reports said Gatti could be out for a month after he was forced off the field in the first half after a clash with Genoa striker Andrea Pinamonti, who missed the ball and inadvertently kicked Gattis leg.

The tests revealed the presence of a compound fracture to the diaphysis of the fibula, Juventus said on Monday.

Pinamonti apologised for the incident on social media.

I am so sorry for your injury, I wish you a speedy recovery and that you can return to the field as soon as possible, he wrote on Instagram.

Gatti, 26, said he will do everything he can to make a quick return as fifth-placed Juventus continue their battle to qualify for the Champions League with a top four finish.

I will try to be as close as possible to my teammates at this very important time of the season, Gatti wrote in an Instagram story.

Juventus, who are just a point below fourth-placed Bologna, visit Roma on Sunday. REUTERS

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