Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche is expected to miss the entire 2026/27 season after sustaining a serious injury during the club's pre-season friendly against AS Monaco.
The Nigerian international was hurt in the match against the French Ligue 1 side, forcing him off the pitch and prompting immediate medical attention.
According to reports, the injury occurred during Getafe's pre-season preparations for the new campaign. The club released a statement on its official website after the game providing an initial update on his condition. Early assessments indicate a severe knee injury, described in initial social media reports as a broken leg, but later reports clarified it as a serious knee injury that will require extensive rehabilitation.
Getafe has not yet disclosed the full details of the surgery or recovery timeline, but sources close to the club expect a prolonged absence.