Illinois announces sophomore forward David Mirkovic has undergone surgery for a left foot injury. The Fighting Illini say the injury occurred during a team workout and that Mirkovic later had surgery after the injury, with the program providing additional detail that it happened around July 31 and that the surgery takes place on Tuesday. Illinois does not set a specific timetable for his return to play. In its release, the program indicates that the 6-foot-8 player is expected to make a full recovery. The reports also note that Mirkovic is from Montenegro and was injured in Champaign. One account adds that the surgery is performed in Indianapolis. Across the coverage, Illinois confirms the injury, the decision to operate, and that Mirkovic’s availability for upcoming games remains uncertain. No specific cause of the injury or further medical details are provided beyond the expectation of full recovery and the lack of a return date.