Massive blow for Kaizer Chiefs & Nasreddine Nabi! Venezuela international Edson Castillo ruled out for the rest of 2024 due to serious injury

Edson Castillo will be out of action for four to five months after suffering a fractured fibula during Kaizer Chiefs' loss to SuperSport United in Polokwane on Saturday.

The injury occurred in the first-half, caused by a harsh tackle by SuperSport defender Bilal Baloyi inside the opponent's 18-yard box.

The club released a statement expressing its unwavering support for Edson Castillo's recovery from injury.

The club is dedicated to providing him with the necessary resources for his surgery and rehabilitation, emphasizing their commitment to his well-being.

They conveyed their thoughts for Castillo as he focused on healing and looked forward to his return to the field.

Additionally, the club promised to provide further updates as they become available and thanked supporters and the football community for their ongoing support.

Castillo will have to focus on his recovery and rehabilitation process, which will be crucial not only for his career but also for Chiefs' overall performance.

His absence will be felt in the midfield, as his contributions have been vital to the team's dynamics.

Castillo's return will be eagerly anticipated as he focuses on regaining his fitness, especially as the team navigates a challenging schedule ahead.

Amakhosi's next step is to prepare for their league match against Magesi FC, where they will aim to secure crucial points despite Castillo's absence.

This match will be essential for getting back momentum in the league, and the team will need to adapt their strategy to fill the gap left by the injured midfielder.

Following that, they will face a formidable challenge in the Carling Cup against Mamelodi Sundowns, a match that will test their resilience and depth.

With the stakes high in both competitions, Chiefs will need to rally together and leverage their squad's strengths to achieve positive results.