Parma Calcio 1913 announced that striker Nesta Elphege, born in 2001 and already present in six matches with one assist, was hospitalized yesterday at the University Hospital of Parma due to acute appendicitis. The operation, a laparoscopy of appendectomy, was successfully performed by Dr. Nicola Busi, of the Emergency Surgery department of the Maggiore Hospital, with the collaboration of the second anesthesia and resuscitation service led by Professor Elena Bignami, and alongside the club's medical staff.
According to the official press release, Elphege will remain under observation within the facility for a few days, during which his clinical condition will be monitored. He will subsequently plan a rehabilitation program aimed at allowing him to return to the field as soon as possible. The club expressed its hope that the attacker can recover quickly and return to contributing to the team's project.
Meanwhile, Parma continues to monitor the health of its players. The club has already published other press releases regarding the situation of other members of the squad, such as goalkeeper Rinaldi, and provided updates on ongoing diagnostic tests. Striker Elphege has already expressed his gratitude for the support he has received and underlined his determination to return to fitness for next season.
The club also shared some reflections on the recovery path: the operation was considered a success, but the convalescence phase is crucial to avoid complications. The coaching staff reiterated the importance of a phased approach to rehabilitation, with the aim of ensuring that Elphege is ready to compete at the highest level when he returns to the pitch.
Finally, Parma announced that, once the rehabilitation process has been completed, the attacker will be gradually reinstated in the team's work and will be able to participate in the next training sessions. The club remains confident that Elphege will return to play shortly, contributing to the season's project and the achievement of team objectives.