Al Masry star Mido Gaber to undergo surgery

Mido Gaber, the winger of Egyptian team and current CAF Confederation Cup participants Al Masry, is set to undergo surgery in the coming days to repair and stabilize a recurrent stress fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot.

This update was confirmed by the team’s doctor, Dr. Mahmoud El-Shahat, who explained that the decision to proceed with surgery was made after thorough medical examinations including MRI scans, CT scans, and X-rays. The diagnosis and surgical recommendation were further reviewed and approved by renowned global expert Prof. Dr. Nasif Mohamed Nasif, a specialist in ankle surgeries.

Dr. El-Shahat added that Mido Gaber will go through a recovery period following the operation before beginning an intensive rehabilitation program aimed at ensuring his swift return to the pitch. Early reports suggest that the 32-year-old will be out for at least a month.