Turkey Rule Out Hakan Calhanoglu for Spain Qualifier After Wrist Injury
He will rejoin Inter for treatment pending medical updates before the Milan derby.
Overview
- The Turkish FA said Calhanoglu was removed from the squad with a right wrist injury sustained against Bulgaria.
- He scored the opening penalty and helped force the decisive own goal in Turkey’s 2-0 win over Bulgaria.
- Youngsters Vural and Akçiçek have been called up to replace the captain for the Spain fixture.
- Inter are awaiting further assessment as they plan for the November 23 Derby della Madonnina against Milan.
- Reports had indicated coach Vincenzo Montella might have rested him anyway to avoid a yellow card that could jeopardize March’s play-off semi-final.