Leicester's Abdul Fatawu Out for Season with Injury

Leicester City winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury sustained during a recent Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Angola. The 20-year-old Ghana international underwent successful surgery and is expected to face a recovery period of six to nine months. Manager Steve Cooper expressed the need to support Fatawu during his rehabilitation, emphasizing the impact of his absence on the squad after he contributed significantly to Leicester's promotion and early Premier League performance. Fatawu had been a pivotal player, with two assists in eleven league appearances this season. His injury follows another setback for the team, as defender Ricardo Pereira is also sidelined for four months. Despite the challenges, Fatawu remains optimistic, sharing updates on social media about his recovery.