Overview
- The 25-year-old ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a test match against VfL Osnabrück shortly after coming on in the second half.
- Schalke confirmed he will undergo surgery in the coming days following the injury diagnosis.
- Such injuries typically require at least half a year of recovery, ruling him out for the entire second half of the season.
- Matriciani has played only 12 minutes this season under coach Miron Muslic, reflecting his limited role before the setback.
- With his contract expiring in June, a winter transfer is off and potential summer options become harder, as sporting director Youri Mulder pledged the club’s support through his rehab.