AMADOU ONANA has suffered a torn ACL during the World Cup playing for Belgium.
The star is now set for a long spell on the sidelines following surgery on the issue. The estimated timeline is usually around nine months.
Amadou Onana had been having a solid World Cup for Belgium before the untimely injury Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Onana was clearly in trouble and knew it was a bad one almost immediately Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Onana, 24, was forced off in the 21st minute of Belgium’s last-16 victory over the and was later seen on crutches, wearing a brace around his right knee.
celebrated by holding up Onana’s number 24 shirt after scoring his side’s fourth goal in their 4-1 win during second-half stoppage time, a nod to how serious the injury was.
Villa won the last season and finished fourth to secure their spot in the next term.
Much of ‘s success, especially towards the end of the season, came with a midfield three of Onana, his compatriot and .
While recruiting a midfielder was not on their agenda, the club may now have to reassess in light of such a serious injury.
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