Alex Manninger will miss another 15-20 days with a right thigh injury, adding to Juventus goalkeeping worries with starter Gianluigi Buffon already out for a month with a similar injury.

Juventus reported Monday that medical tests on Manninger revealed a muscle strain.

Third-choice Antonio Chimenti played in Juves 3-3 draw with Siena on Sunday and will likely get the nod for the Europa League return game with Fulham and Juves next Serie A match against Sampdoria.

Also, Juve defender Jose Martin Caceres has an abdominal problem and will head to Barcelona for tests Tuesday since the Spanish club holds his rights.

Posted on March 15th, 2010 by admin
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