Euro 2016

Italy midfielder Marco Verratti ruled out of Euro 2016

By Matt Law, Football Editor | 06 May 2016

Paris Saint-Germain's Italian midfielder Marco Verratti will miss Euro 2016 this summer after deciding to undergo surgery on a groin problem.

Paris Saint-Germain have revealed that their Italian midfielder Marco Verratti will miss the remainder of the season, in addition to the European Championships in France this summer.

The 23-year-old has struggled to overcome a groin problem over the last few months and PSG have confirmed that the midfielder will undergo an operation, ruling him out for "eight weeks".

"In agreement with Paris Saint-Germain, Marco Verratti has decided to undergo surgery to heal the groin problem that has he has been suffering from for several weeks," revealed a statement from PSG.

"The operation will take place in Doha on May 16 at the Aspetar Centre - the club's official medical partner. The midfielder, who recently extended his contract with the capital club until 2020, is expected to be sidelined for eight weeks.

"As a result, Marco Verratti will play no part in Paris Saint-Germain's final matches of the season, or Euro 2016, to be held in France between June 10 and July 10. Paris Saint-Germain wishes the player a speedy recovery and hopes he will soon be fully fit and back to his best for both club and country."

Italy international Verratti has been restricted to 27 appearances for PSG this season.