lola 0 Posted January 25, 2008 Share Posted January 25, 2008 Gigi Buffon may miss Juventus’ game against Livorno this weekend due to a potentially serious back problem. The Azzurri custodian missed the Coppa Italia quarter-final first leg against Inter due to pain in his lower back, but had hoped to return for the trip to the Stadio Armando Picchi this weekend. However, the problem seems to be getting worse and scans have revealed a disc protrusion. Although not a serious condition in itself, a disc protrusion can lead to a hernia, which would require surgery and between one month and three months on the sidelines. Buffon spent yesterday afternoon receiving physiotherapy and a range of massages to try and relax his back, but the only cure to the problem is rest. While there is a chance that the former Parma shot-stopper may begin the game against Livorno, Emanuele Belardi is more likely to step in. bad news for Juve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibroxblue 122 Posted January 25, 2008 Share Posted January 25, 2008 Hope it's not a long-term thing. Terrific keeper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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