It was recently reported that AC Milan defender Alessandro Nesta
had gone to Miami to correct a recurring back problem. If it was
deemed necessary that Nesta require surgery, his career would be
all but over.
However, the centreback has alleviated the fears of his fans on
Friday, when he claimed that surgery would be very unlikely and
that he intends to return to the Rossoneri in the near
future.
"I don't think I will need surgery," said Nesta before he left
for Miami. "The important thing is to take away the pain and
resolve the problem as soon as possible without an operation."
Nesta has not played in an offical match for Milan this season,
only taking part in a mid-October friendly.
"In the event I do need an operation, there is a risk," admitted
the defender, referring to the fact his career as a footballer
could be over. "However, I've already been informed that there will
be no need and therefore I have no more fears."
Many fans have been wondering if they will see Nesta on the
pitch again, and he explained that he intends to rejoin the
Rossoneri next month. "I hope to be there (with Milan), for the
withdrawal to Dubai."
For the moment, Carlo Ancelotti's side will have to do without
their star defender as they take on Lecce this weekend in Serie A
action.