Racing Santander striker Pedro Munitis is set to undergo an operation on his damaged left wrist and is likely to be sidelined for up to six weeks.

The 32-year-old sustained the injury early on in Racing's 1-0 win over Athletic Club at the weekend when Fernando Amorbeita struck the ball into his arm.

He was replaced in the 17th minute by Mohamed Tchite, and it was the substitute who went on to net the only goal of the game.

Munitis, a Spain international, now faces a month and a half on the sidelines and will miss crucial league games against Osasuna, Barcelona, Zaragoza, Levante, Atletico Madrid and Villarreal, as well as the Copa Del Rey clash with Real Zaragoza.

Racing currently lie sixth in La Liga, 15 points behind runaway leaders Real Madrid.

Mike Hytner / Eurosport