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Injured Mamelodi Sundowns forward Affonso back in Uruguay - Ngwevela

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Mauricio Affonso has returned home in Uruguay where he will continue his recovery.

The towering forward has struggled with injuries since he joined Masandawana prior to the start of the current campaign.

Sundowns’ physiotherapist Sakhi Ngwevela has provided an update on Affonso, who picked up an ankle injury earlier this year.

“I last spoke to him this past Monday via WhatsApp and according to him, he’s feeling good and rehabilitation is going well,” said Ngwevela on Daily Sun.

“Owing to the Covid-19 lockdown, his rehabilitation is being done by video footage exchange.