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Fluminense Striker Germán Cano Undergoes Knee Arthroscopy, Out About 45 Days

A meniscus injury found on his return to training leaves the team to cover an early‑season gap up front.

Overview

  • The club reported the right‑knee operation was successful and the 38-year-old was set for same‑day hospital discharge.
  • The issue was identified during activities at CT Carlos Castilho after a prior sprain in the same knee.
  • Cano has not played since October 29, 2025, and he ended last season as Fluminense’s top scorer with 20 goals.
  • The recovery timetable is approximately 45 days and depends on his postoperative evolution.
  • Executive Paulo Angioni said Fluminense is pursuing attacking options, with efforts to advance talks for Hulk of Atlético‑MG.