Leicester’s Fatawu ruled out for rest of season with ACL injury

Leicester City manager Steve Cooper confirmed that Abdul Fatawu will miss the rest of the season.

The 20-year-old suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury while playing for Ghana against Angola during the international break.

Fatawu has played in all 11 of Leicester's Premier League matches this season, scoring two assists.

No Leicester player has attempted (61) or completed (29) more dribbles than him, while his 30 crosses this season are also a team high in the top flight.

“It's not good, it's a serious injury,” Cooper said ahead of the match against Chelsea on Saturday.

“It's a real blow to him first and foremost because he's a young player and he has an injury as serious as an ACL.

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“While it may be very common in sport, especially football, it is still a serious injury.

“That this happens at a young age is a blow to him and also to us.

“He is clearly a great talent and a young player, as exciting as he can be at his age, and who still has a lot to learn.

“It's just a break and we will make sure, no matter how difficult it is for him at the moment, that he comes back a stronger player and person. With the mentality and character he has, I think that's the best choice will be.” case.”