Thuram underwent surgery to treat chondropathy of the patella in his right knee in Lyon, Juventus announced.
Analysis:Thuram tried to play through the issue for a few months, but it flared up again in recent weeks, leading to the operation. Director Giovanni Carnevali stated that they expected him to return after Kenan Yildiz (foot), who will miss two to three months. Thuram should be back at some point in early 2027. Manuel Locatelli, Douglas Luiz, Weston McKennie and Pape Sarr will play in the midfield for the foreseeable future.
