Shenhua's Chen Jinyi suffers foot fracture

Shanghai Shenhua Football Club issued an official statement announcing that Chen Jinyi has suffered a stress fracture in his left foot and is expected to be sidelined for 10–12 weeks.

Below is the club’s official announcement:

During pre-match training for the 29th round of the Chinese Super League on October 23, our player Chen Jinyi experienced severe pain in his foot during a change-of-direction drill. After a CT scan, he was diagnosed with a stress fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal in his left foot. Following further examinations and consultations with specialists, it was decided that Chen Jinyi will undergo screw fixation surgery on November 5. The expected recovery period is 10–12 weeks.

We wish Chen Jinyi a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the pitch soon!