Araujo has surgery on hamstring

Julian Araujo in action for BournemouthImage source, Getty Images
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Bournemouth defender Julian Araujo has had surgery on a injury to his left hamstring, the Premier League club has confirmed.

The Mexico right-back, 23, has made eight Premier League appearances, five of them starts, since joining the Cherries from Barcelona in August.

"The results of an MRI scan determined surgery would be the best course of action for Julian's recovery," said a club statement.

"The club's performance and medicine staff will now support Julian through a comprehensive rehabilitation process over the coming months."