Mainz 05: Hanche-Olsen has to undergo knee surgery before preparation for the season
Andreas Hanche-Olsen, defender of Mainz 05, is having knee surgery and is foregoing the trip to Norway.

Mainz 05: Hanche-Olsen has to undergo knee surgery before preparation for the season
Andreas Hanche-Olsen, the 28-year-old defender of FSV Mainz 05, will undergo a medical procedure. The club announced that Hanche-Olsen will undergo preventive surgery on his right knee. As a result, he decided not to travel to the Norwegian national football team.
The decision to undergo surgery was made in Hanche-Olsen's best interests to prevent injury and ensure he is fully prepared for the upcoming season. FSV Mainz 05 announces that the operation will take place in the near future and, if it goes as planned, the defender should be available again in time to prepare for the new season.
Operation details
The defender's operation, which is classified as preventive, shows the club's commitment to keeping their players healthy and ready for action. The medical department of FSV Mainz 05 emphasizes that Hanche-Olsen is in good shape despite the upcoming operation. The preventative measure is intended to ensure that Hanche-Olsen can start the new season without any health concerns.
The team and fans expect Hanche-Olsen to be able to return to training soon after the operation in order to prepare for the challenges of the upcoming games. The defender's performances have contributed significantly to the club's success and his return is eagerly awaited.
The measures surrounding Hanche-Olsen are exemplary of FSV Mainz 05's new strategy of prioritizing the health of their players and counteracting injuries at an early stage. This approach could also serve as a role model for other players in the club.
For further information about Andreas Hanche-Olsen's situation and the impact of the operation on FSV Mainz 05, see also the reporting from Saarbrücken newspaper and Time online.