Suffers another setback: Athletic Paredes undergoes another foot surgery - Suffering another setback: Paredes undergoes another operation on his leg
Kevin Paredes, the 22-year-old winger for German Bundesliga club VfL Wolfsburg and a member of the US national team, is set to miss the start of the 2025-26 season following another foot surgery.
Paredes' injury history has been a significant concern for both the club and the national team. Last season, he was limited to only two appearances due to recurring foot issues related to a previous metatarsal fracture. His latest surgery in August 2025, performed on the same foot, is expected to keep him out of action for about two to three months, with an estimated return around late November 2025.
The American winger made his 2024-25 season debut only in Matchday 30, a testament to the severity of his foot problems. His contract with Wolfsburg runs through the end of the 2025-26 season, but these injuries have significantly limited his availability and impact during this term.
In addition to his foot surgery, Paredes also had a shoulder surgery shortly after the foot operation and is currently focusing on his recovery.
With Paredes' extended absence, VfL Wolfsburg will need to rely on other players, such as Andreas Skov Olsen, to fill the void on the wing. The club will be without the US national team player for an extended period, a blow to their hopes for the new season.
The specific nature of the foot surgery performed on Paredes was not specified in the article. However, it is known that the surgery was to address a recurring issue related to his previous metatarsal fracture.
Despite the setbacks, Paredes remains hopeful about his future with Wolfsburg and the national team. His return to the pitch, expected in late November 2025, will be eagerly awaited by fans and teammates alike.
Despite being a member of EC countries, Paredes' focus remains on his recovery from foot surgery and a subsequent shoulder surgery, which have kept him out of vocational training for the football season. With limited vocational training in American-football, it's unclear if Paredes plans to explore other sports during his recovery.
