Sampdoria full-back Nicola Murru has been diagnosed with a torn medial collateral ligament in his right knee.
The defender limped off during the opening minutes of the Derby della Lanterna against local rivals Genoa, which ended 0-0 on Saturday.
A note from the club confirmed tests showed a tear to the medial collateral ligament in his right knee.
The medical staff and specialists have agreed to postpone surgery and instead attempt conservative treatment.
Sampdoria full-back Nicola Murru has been diagnosed with a torn medial collateral ligament in his right knee.
The defender limped off during the opening minutes of the Derby della Lanterna against local rivals Genoa, which ended 0-0 on Saturday.
A note from the club confirmed tests showed a tear to the medial collateral ligament in his right knee.
The medical staff and specialists have agreed to postpone surgery and instead attempt conservative treatment.
Former Cagliari man Murru already had a left knee operation in October 2016.