Arrascaeta returns to Rio ahead of wrist surgery

Midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta will touch down in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday afternoon (30 September) at 4pm, marking his return from international duty with the Uruguayan national team. On Thursday morning, the player will be admitted to hospital for final pre-operative assessments ahead of surgery to correct a fractured left wrist sustained during a friendly between Uruguay and South Korea. Fernando Sassaki, head of Flamengo's Medical Department, will oversee the procedure alongside Roberto Feres, a specialist in this type of injury.