Nikola Serafimov not seriously injured, expected to return after international break
The Levski goalkeeper dislocated his elbow vs Slavia but medical checks showed no major damage; return after the international break may affect Nations League selection.
Nikola Serafimov will not face a long lay-off after suffering an injury in the match against Slavia while playing for Levski. The Macedonian international dislocated his elbow and left the field early, but further examinations showed there is no major damage.
Although the initial image of the injury raised concern, medical checks at Levski revealed that Serafimov avoided significant structural harm and should recover without extended absence.
Match absence and recovery outlook
Serafimov appeared at Levski's stadium today to watch the derby against CSKA, underlining that he is on the club's recovery path rather than sidelined for a protracted period.
Bulgarian media reports say he is expected to be ready to return after the international break, a timetable that leaves uncertainty about his availability for North Macedonia at the start of the Nations League.
The development was reported on 05.09.2026 and will be monitored by both Levski and the Macedonian national team medical staff as Serafimov completes his rehabilitation.
Photo: press material from the event
