Celtic Women have announced that their summer signing, Luana Munoz, has undergone surgery after rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament during preseason preparations.
#CelticFC Women can confirm that @LuaM_Florencia has underwent successful surgery following an ACL rupture that occurred in preseason. We're all with you Lua, we've got this 💚🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/dFsfmJ7fmn
— Celtic FC Women (@CelticFCWomen) September 8, 2023
Munoz’s injury, a significant blow to the Hoops, prevented her from travelling to Oslo with the squad for the Champions League qualifiers. She has yet to make her league debut, leaving fans eagerly waiting to see the defender in action in the Scottish league.
The 2023 summer acquisition inked a two-year deal with the club, generating excitement and high expectations amongst supporters. Munoz’s track record, boasting experience with some of Argentina’s top women’s football clubs, illustrates her significant potential on the pitch.
Before joining Celtic, Munoz showcased her defensive prowess at several high-profile clubs in her native Argentina. Her career trajectory included stints with River Plate and UAI Urquiza. Her most recent tenure was with Racing Club, where she was a standout player and solidified her reputation as a top-notch defender.
The club and its supporters are hopeful that the post-surgery rehabilitation process will be smooth for Munoz, allowing her to return to full fitness and make her mark in the Scottish league.
As ACL injuries can be quite taxing both physically and mentally, Munoz will likely have a rigorous and long recovery and rehabilitation journey ahead. Celtic’s medical team and the club’s supportive environment will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in her comeback journey.
