Kenan Yildiz went to the [World Cup carrying a troublesome knee injury](https://talkjuve.com/2026/06/26/the-start-was-very-difficult-yildiz-opens-up-on-arriving-at-the-world-cup-injured/), and he missed the first half of Turkiye’s opening match before taking part in the remainder of the tournament.
The Juventus forward sustained the injury while playing for the club and managed the problem during the closing weeks of the season. Rather than undergo surgery, he chose to continue playing because he did not want to miss the World Cup.
Now that the tournament has ended, Yildiz is set to enjoy an extended break before returning for preseason preparations. That period could provide the opportunity for him to undergo an operation if it is considered the best course of action.
Juventus to assess Yildiz on his return
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The club are expected to wait until Yildiz returns from his break before making any decisions regarding his condition. A full assessment will determine the next step in managing the injury and preparing him for the new campaign.
According to [Calciomercato](https://www.calciomercato.com/liste/juventus-yildiz-a-rischio-operazione-cos-ha-e-perche-potrebbe-operarsi/blt631ef95f15b60a95#csa381d84e5c2c426a), Juventus will evaluate the player once he reports back, and only then will the club decide how to proceed with his situation.
Yildiz is regarded as one of Juventus’ most important players, and the club expects him to play a major role during the 2026/2027 season. If surgery is considered the best option to ensure he is in the strongest possible condition over the long term, Juventus are expected to recommend that he undergo the procedure.
Long-term fitness remains the priority
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Choosing surgery would almost certainly mean that Yildiz misses the opening matches of the new season while he completes his recovery and rehabilitation.
Even so, both the player and the club are likely to accept that outcome if it improves his long-term fitness and availability. Juventus will be eager to ensure one of their key players returns in the best possible condition, even if that means waiting a little longer before he is ready to contribute at the start of the campaign. The final decision will depend on the medical assessment once he returns to the club.