Marco Asensio denied rumors about a serious injury and an alleged surgery request while playing for Fenerbahçe. The Turkish club came to the defense of the Spanish player, pointing fingers at journalists who spread rumors about his health status before the derby against Besiktas.
Fenerbahçe publicly expressed its support for the player, criticizing the way certain media outlets handled the information regarding Asensio's physical condition. The situation arose at a tense moment, with the derby against Besiktas approaching.
The club did not specify exactly which information was published incorrectly, but made it clear that it holds journalists responsible for spreading rumors it considered unfounded. Marco Asensio, for his part, confirmed through Fenerbahçe's official channels that his physical condition was not as serious as what was being reported.
This episode highlights the tensions between sports media and Turkish clubs, particularly when it comes to sensitive information about players' health in periods close to important matches.
