Dodo injury not too serious after Fiorentina scare

Originally posted on Football Italia | By Susy Campanale | Last updated Mar 30, 2026 11:35 AM ET

There is mixed news for Fiorentina, as while Dodo picked up an injury in training, tests showed no serious damage.

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The Brazilian was forced to leave the training session early on Saturday after feeling pain in his right thigh, and there were fears of a strain.

Dodo still a doubt for this weekend

FLORENCE, ITALY – DECEMBER 11: Domilson Cordeiro dos Santos known as Dodo of ACF Fiorentina in action during the UEFA Conference League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between ACF Fiorentina and FC Dynamo Kyiv at Stadio Artemio Franchi on December 11, 2025 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

A formal statement from the club today confirms that tests were performed and showed no lesions to the flexor in the right leg.

This means that a lengthy lay-off will not be required, but Dodo will continue to train separately from the group and work on a full recovery.

It makes him a major doubt to feature in the relegation battle with Hellas Verona at the Stadio Bentegodi on Saturday evening.

The 27-year-old has made 39 competitive appearances for Fiorentina so far this season, contributing two goals and three assists.

The Viola are currently 16^th in the Serie A table, just two points clear of the drop zone.

This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.

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