After an operation on a herniated disc, the left-back could miss the rest of 2018

Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed full-back Layvin Kurzawa has undergone back surgery.

The 26-year-old had an operation on a herniated disc at the Pitie-Salpetriere Hospital after complaining of pain during training.

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Although PSG would not put an estimate on his recovery period, there are reports in France he could be sidelined until 2019.

“Paris Saint-Germain defender Layvin Kurzawa underwent surgery on a lumbar herniated disc on Wednesday September 12,” the club said in a statement.

“The surgery was successfully conducted by Professor Pascal-Mousselard from the orthopaedic department of the Pitie-Salpetriere Hospital.

“The length of his convalescence will be established in light of the post-surgery evolution of the injury.”

Kurzawa made 20 appearances in Ligue 1 last season but is yet to play under head coach Thomas Tuchel, who was appointed in May.