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Jimenez undergoes surgery on fractured skull

Wolverhampton striker Raul Jimenez has undergone surgery on a fractured skull after clashing heads with Arsenal defender David Luiz in Wolverhampton 2-1 win at the emirates.
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Wolverhampton striker Raul Jimenez has undergone surgery on a fractured skull after clashing heads with Arsenal defender David Luiz in Wolverhampton 2-1 win at the emirates.

The Mexican was carried out of the game and rushed to the hospital for further treatment.

An official statement from Wolves website says Jimenez has undergone the skull operation.

"Raul is comfortable following an operation last night, which he underwent in a London hospital. He has since seen his partner, Daniella and is now resting. He will remain under observation for a few days while he begins his recovery.


"The club would like to thank the medical staff at Arsenal, the NHS paramedics, hospital staff and surgeons who, through their skill and early response, were of such help.

“The club asks that Raul and his family are now afforded a period of space and privacy before any further updates are provided in due course, the statement read.

David Luiz who clashed with Jimenez was subbed off at half-time with a bandaged head.