Update 5:24pm: Otavio is out for Euro 2024. He has been replaced by Matthews Nunes.
After being called up to play at Euro 2024, Otavio may eventually miss the competition. Last Friday, the Portuguese midfielder was injured during the King's Cup final match between Al-Nasr and Al-Hilal. He missed the first group training for the SeleçãoHe remains under observation in the medical department today, Sunday. According to what was reported by Saudi mediaThe 29-year-old is said to have suffered a muscle tear, with recovery time estimated at between 10 and 14 days.
If this information is correct, Otavio will then have to miss the entire preparation for the European Championship, which will see Portugal face Finland (06/4), Croatia (06/8) and Ireland (06/11). As a reminder, Roberto Martinez has until June 6 to change his call-up list. The Spanish technician will hold a press conference at 6pm on Monday. Perhaps to evoke the involvement of his midfielder.
