The Los Angeles Galaxy coach Greg Vanney shared more details on the steps needed to be followed in the coming weeks.
Rodrigo SerranoRodASerranoUpdate: Jun 12th, 2023 07:51 EDT
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It was a crucial point picked up by Los Angeles Galaxy as life without Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernández began. The Mexican striker was sidelined due to an injury sustained earlier in the week during the US Open Cup game against Real Salt Lake. Daniel Aguirre stepped up in his place and netted the equalizing goal against St. Louis City SC, allowing the team to hold on to their penultimate position in the Western Conference with a total of 13 points.
The #LAGalaxy announced today that forward @CH14_ sustained a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee.Wishing our captain a speedy recovery. 🙏 📰: https://t.co/SUAxaDtP5r pic.twitter.com/kmsQxYA1uV
— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) June 9, 2023
When will Javier Hernández be back playing?
At the conclusion of the game, Galaxy coach Greg Vanney provided further information regarding the upcoming steps required for Chicharito and the timing of his surgery. It should be noted that securing a contract extension for the Mexican forward, whose current deal expires in December, poses significant challenges for the entire MLS.
“Chicharito will undergo a rehabilitation process over the next few weeks while waiting for the swelling to subside. He will need to engage in strengthening exercises,” Vanney explained. “I anticipate that the surgery will take place in two weeks, after which he will embark on a gradual rehabilitation program that will require substantial effort.
Vanney made it clear if there was any doubt just how long his striker would be missing.
