New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora is expected to miss at least the first two games of the season while recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

The New York Giants informed Osi Umenyiora‘s agent, Tony Agnone, on Wednesday that he no longer has permission to seek trades with other teams, according to a league source.

The Giants gave permission to Tony Agnone, Osi Umenyiora‘s agent, to seek a trade, and league sources said he was in contact with several teams Monday.

Disgruntled DE Osi Umenyiora will report to Giants training camp Saturday, according to his agent, Tony Agnone.

Osi Umenyiora is meeting with his representatives Saturday to consider his options, and league sources tell me he wants a new contract or a trade.

New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora will not report for his 9 a.m. ET physical with the team, but may appear later on Friday, according to a league source.