Traditional and conventional medication proved to be a failure for the Real Madrid striker Higuain. Therefore, there's only one option for him, to go for an operation. Of course, with a risk of long absence on the fields.
Currently, Higuain is still in Argentina, and will return to Madrid on 3rd January. He will be examined by a medical team, to make sure about his injury, and when the surgery will be done.
According to Marca, he will need a minimum of 3 months for recovery after the operation. However, it could take longer, depends on his condition. It means, Real Madrid have to be prepare in ending this season without Higuain.