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Chelsea target Leonardo Bonucci out until January after Juventus player suffers a thigh injury

Leonardo Bonucci is not likely to play again until January after he suffered a thigh injury in the defeat at Genoa.

The Juventus central defender, who has attracted interest from Chelsea since the summer, was forced off during the 3-1 loss on Sunday.

The Serie A side confirmed on Monday that Bonucci will be out of action for between 45 and 60 days.

Leonardo Bonucci suffered a thigh injury during the 3-1 defeat at Genoa on Sunday
Leonardo Bonucci suffered a thigh injury during the 3-1 defeat at Genoa on Sunday

'An injury to the hamstring of his left thigh has been identified, leaving him with a predicted recovery time of around 45/60 days,' the club said in a statement.