Renato Augusto will undergo tests and is doubtful at Corinthians

So far, the presence of RenatoAugustus in the duel against Ituanofor the quarterfinals of the Paulistan, is still uncertain. After feeling discomfort in his right knee and asking for a replacement in the match against HolyAndrethe player has been treating the possible injury since last Saturday, 4.

Three days after the incident, the player still feels pain at the site and will undergo some imaging tests, this Tuesday, 7. The club’s expectation is that it is nothing serious and until Sunday, the date of the match against Ituano, the player continues the treatment against pain and is available for Fernando Lazaro.

So far, the possibility of the number 8 entering the field against the Itu team is the most debated topic, as it will depend on the athlete’s recovery and the risk he will take to play. After all, the confrontation still precedes a possible semifinal and the big decision, which are in Corinthians’ plans.

At first, no injury was diagnosed, but the most detailed examinations were not performed either. Therefore, the procedures carried out on Tuesday, 7, will indicate the real situation of the 35-year-old player. The absence of the veteran would have a big impact on the team, which depends a lot on the midfielder’s performances.

Renato Augusto’s problem arose after a fight with the winger Igor Fernandes, from Santo André. At the time, still in the first stage, Corinthians was losing by 1 to 0. The player remained on the field for a while, but, minutes later, he stopped playing a game and asked to be replaced.