Orlando City announced this morning that forward Alexandre Pato will have exploratory knee surgery following an injury suffered last weekend. The Brazilian has returned to his home country for the procedure, which will take place on Sept. 9 and a timetable for his potential return is currently unavailable.
The 32-year-old’s injury occurred in the 41st minute of the Lions’ 1-0 win over the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena last weekend. Facundo Torres played the ball across for Pato, who quickly tried to get a shot on goal. Dru Yearwood came in to block the shot and the two had contact.