Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho during training on April 24, 2020. - Ulrich Gamel / Action press / SIPA

Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho underwent light surgery on his right ankle which will put him on hold for two weeks. During this operation, "fragments were removed from his joint," said Friday Bayern about his Brazilian international, loaned this season by FC Barcelona.

About 14 days of recovery

“The operation was a success. The Brazilian will begin his recovery program in about 14 days, "said the club. However, if this delay was confirmed, it would deprive Coutinho, author of eight goals in 22 Bundesliga games, of the possible championship restart match hoped for on May 9, like French midfielder Corentin Tolisso, also operated on. 'an ankle at the start of the week.

The Bundesliga, pending the green light from the German government, expects to return to competition next month without spectators, after more than a month of football interruption due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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