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Marcos Antônio Could Be Unavailable for the Rest of the Season

São Paulo Marcos Antônio could be unavailable for the remainder of the season. due to a worsening of his clinical condition. The midfielder's ankle problem has become a serious internal concern after the 0-0 draw recorded last Wednesday…

Marcos Antônio Could Be Unavailable for the Rest of the Season

São Paulo Marcos Antônio could be unavailable for the remainder of the season. due to a worsening of his clinical condition.

The midfielder’s ankle problem has become a serious internal concern after the 0-0 draw recorded last Wednesday at Vila Belmiro.

The player’s physical condition was addressed by coach Dorival Júnior immediately after the match on the coast, when the manager reported that the athlete would even have difficulty walking. According to reporter Valentin Furlan, the injury is serious and puts the midfielder’s participation in the final rounds of the[tournament/competition]at risk. championship.

Despite the alarming situation and the need for caution regarding the athlete’s ankle, the coaching staff and the department involved maintain some hope.

Furlan pointed out that there is optimism that the player will be able to recover in time to play, perhaps, in one of the last three matches of the tournament, scheduled for the end of November. On the other hand, there is a real risk that he will not return to the field for the club again throughout 2026.

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Within the club’s planning, the midfielder is considered one of the greatest assets in the current squad. This sporting importance attracts attention from the football market: at the beginning of the year, the player was already the target of strong interest and a bid from Flamengo, and analysts expect European clubs to start monitoring the player’s situation at the end of the season.

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