Italy could be without Quintin Geldenhuys for their Six Nations Opener against Ireland after the Zebre lock suffered a knee ligament injury in training, it was announced Wednesday.
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) said the South African-born second row forward underwent tests in Rome on Tuesday which revealed "damage to the medial collateral ligament in his right knee".
Italy staff will "consult with medical staff from Zebre before the length of any lay-off is announced", added the statement.
The Azzurri, who finished with the tournament's wooden spoon last year, host defending champions Ireland at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on February 7.
Source: AFP
