Overview
- Schalke confirmed a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Matriciani’s left knee and scheduled surgery for next week, ruling him out for the rest of the season.
- The injury occurred during a 2–0 friendly win against third-division side VfL Osnabrück.
- The 25-year-old right back will not return to action this campaign according to the club’s statement.
- His deal runs out at the end of the season, raising questions about whether he will play for Schalke again.
- He has been a fringe option this season with only 12 minutes under coach Miron Muslic, and sporting director Youri Mulder called the news very bitter while praising his commitment.