Alexis Sanchez ready to risk fitness, declares himself fit for Uruguay match

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Alexis Sanchez ready to risk fitness, declares himself fit for Uruguay match

Arsenal forward, Alexis Sanchez, has revealed he is willing to risk further injury, by playing for Chile against Uruguay next week.

The 27-year-old left training early on Tuesday, to undergo medical tests for what was feared to be a torn calf muscle. But the medical team confirmed it was just a strain.

“The medical staff of Chile’s national team would like to inform that Alexis Sanchez has a low grade muscle injury. He will remain in Santiago, under treatment and his participation for Chile against Uruguay will be evaluated,” a statement read.


However, in an interview with Chilean newspaper, El Mercurio, Sanchez said: “It is hurting a bit but I’m fine.

“I’ll be back for Tuesday.”

There had been fears that the former Barcelona man would miss up to four weeks after picking up the injury.