Ayase Ueda
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Enters second week of recovery
Ueda (foot) is entering the second week of an expected three-to-four-week recovery period from a left plantar fascia tear and will return with the international break as a ultimate deadline, according to coach Davide Ancelotti. "Maximum after the international break."
Analysis: Ueda continues recovering from the plantar fascia injury he sustained during Lille's 3-0 Champions League defeat against Arsenal, which forced him off in the 78th minute. The Japanese forward is now entering the second week of his rehabilitation, with the initial recovery period estimated at three to four weeks. Ancelotti's latest comments suggest Ueda should be ready to return no later than after the November international break, although an earlier comeback remains possible depending on his progress. The striker has scored three goals across six appearances for Lille this season, making his absence a significant blow to the club's attacking rotation. Olivier Giroud should continue benefiting from additional opportunities up front while Ueda remains sidelined. His return to training will be an important step toward establishing a more precise comeback date.
Ruled out with foot injury
Ueda (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's Ligue 1 clash against Brest after suffering a plantar fascia tear in his left foot, according to coach Davide Ancelotti,, per Le Petit Lillois. "It's difficult to give a timeline because it's a rather unusual injury. It will depend heavily on treatment and pain levels. I hope it won't be long."
Analysis: Ueda sustained the injury during Tuesday's 3-0 Champions League defeat against Arsenal, leaving the pitch in the 78th minute before undergoing further medical examinations. The Japanese forward has been diagnosed with a tear of the plantar fascia in his left foot, an injury that can be difficult to assess in terms of recovery time. Coach Ancelotti acknowledged that the club cannot currently establish a reliable timetable, with Ueda's rehabilitation dependent on how he responds to treatment and manages the pain. The striker has scored three goals across six appearances for Lille this season, making his absence a significant concern for the team's attacking rotation. Olivier Giroud is the leading candidate to replace him against Brest, while Ueda could face several weeks on the sidelines depending on his recovery progress.
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