Aarón Ochoa

Ochoa has successfully undergone surgery to address the lateral meniscus injury in his right knee, with Dr. Manuel Leyes performing a partial meniscectomy and repairing the meniscocapsular detachment via suture, according to the club.

Analysis: Ochoa will be unable to bear any weight and will wear a brace on his right knee for the first three weeks of recovery, having exhausted conservative treatment after last playing in the third preseason friendly on August 6. He will now begin his recovery process under the supervision of Malaga's medical staff as coach Juanfran Funes continues assessing the road ahead.

Sep 4, 2026

Meniscus tear requires surgery

Ochoa's right knee meniscus injury will ultimately require surgery after several days of conservative treatment, with the operation set for Sept. 7, performed by Dr. Manuel Leyes in Madrid, according to the club.

Analysis: Ochoa had been dealing with physical issues for several weeks, first getting hurt in a preseason friendly against Leicester before gradually working his way back into partial training, though persistent pain ultimately led to this surgical decision. His recovery timeline under coach Juanfran Funes now becomes a significant question as the club continues assessing the road ahead.