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Updated January 15th, 2021 at 10:33 IST

Raul Jimenez injury update: Wolves star reveals HUGE scar during match against Everton

Raul Jimenez injury update: The Mexican star has revealed his scars for the first time while being present in the stands during the game against Everton.

Reported by: Minaam Ansari
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Months after a threatening injury to his skull during the game against Arsenal, Wolverhampton Wanderers star Raul Jimenez has begun early fitness work to mark his early return on the field. The player had to undergo a skull surgery after a brutal collision with Gunners defender David Luiz left him bleeding profusely. During his recent appearance on the stands during the clash against Everton, his skull scars were visible, suggesting the severity of the injury. 

Also Read | Raul Jimenez skull injury: PL stars send well-wishes after Wolves striker suffers skull fracture

Raul Jimenez return date yet to be ascertained 

Medical tests conducted after the collision with David Luiz suggested the player had a fractured skull. Surgery was necessary to ensure an early recovery for the Mexican international. The player paid an emotional visit at the team's training weeks after his surgery and was welcomed with open arms by his teammates. 

Five weeks after his surgery, Wolves had provided an important health update for the striker. The club confirmed that the player had begun with early fitness work to ensure an early return on the field. However, there's no update on the Raul Jimenez return date with manager Nuno Espirito Santo not wanting to rush the 29-year-old.

Also Read | Raul Jimenez injury update: Wolves striker discharged from hospital after head surgery

Raul Jimenez scar visible for first time during game vs Everton

Raul Jimenez was present in the stands at Molineux for Wolves' Premier League game against Everton. And this was the first time that the player's scars were visible, with fans expressing their shock at the same. His scars on his skulls were enough to suggest and anticipate the severity of the injury. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Wolves fans paid rich tribute to the Mexican international last month when a section of them raised £20,000 to unfurl a banner in his support. His teammates particularly have been supportive, when they wore special warm-up kits before the game against Liverpool in December. 

Also Read | Raul Jimenez injury update: Wolves striker begins early fitness work weeks after surgery

Wolves sit 14th in Premier League standings 

Amid the Raul Jimenez skull injury, Wolves lost out to Everton in the Premier League. They sit 14th in the Premier League standings, having managed 22 points in 18 games. Nuno Espirito Santo's side will next square off against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday in the Premier League. 

Also Read | David Luiz needed SEVEN stitches after horror clash of heads with Raul Jimenez

Image courtesy: Raul Jimenez Twitter 

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Published January 15th, 2021 at 10:33 IST

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