Casado faces lengthy layoff after collarbone surgery
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The short version
- Marc Casado underwent surgery on a fractured collarbone.
- He was injured in the first half of Deportivo's draw with Real Betis on Sunday.
- Diario AS reports an expected recovery period of 8-12 weeks, potentially a return in January 2027.
- He could miss around 10 La Liga matches; Deportivo's first 2027 game is against Celta Vigo.
- The loanee has made only three appearances this season.
The Barcelona midfielder, on loan at Deportivo, is projected to be sidelined for up to three months following a first-half injury against Real Betis.
Marc Casado, who joined Deportivo on loan from Barcelona, is set for an extended absence after having an operation on a broken collarbone. The midfielder picked up the problem during the first half of Deportivo's league match against Real Betis on Sunday and did not return.
According to Diario AS, an injury of this type typically requires eight to twelve weeks of recovery. On that timeline, Casado might not feature again until January 2027.
Should that forecast hold, Deportivo would likely be without the player for roughly 10 La Liga fixtures. The club's opening match of 2027 comes against Celta Vigo, and there is optimism he could be available for it.
Casado left Barcelona seeking more consistent playing time. He has made just three appearances so far and now faces a significant spell out of the team.
Written by the Matchday Live desk from reporting by Yahoo Sports.
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