Juventus have suffered a blow with the news striker Vincenzo Iaquinta will have to undergo knee surgery and could be out of action until next year.

The Turin club announced that tests on the 29-year-old's left knee have revealed damage to his meniscus.

"The tests done have indicated the need for the player to undergo surgery," read a statement on the club's website.

Iaquinta sustained the injury during training on Saturday and was forced to sit out Sunday's 1-0 victory at Siena.

The Italy international has scored four goals in eight appearances for the Bianconeri this season.