Leicester defender Fofana injured in pre-season friendly

Fofana was a key member of Brendan Rodgers’ side in his debut campaign last season.

Published : Aug 05, 2021 09:22 IST

The 20-year-old French defender was tackled from behind by Villarreal forward Nino and received lengthy treatment at the King Power Stadium before being carried off. (File Photo).
The 20-year-old French defender was tackled from behind by Villarreal forward Nino and received lengthy treatment at the King Power Stadium before being carried off. (File Photo).
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The 20-year-old French defender was tackled from behind by Villarreal forward Nino and received lengthy treatment at the King Power Stadium before being carried off. (File Photo).

Leicester defender Wesley Fofana was carried off on a stretcher with a leg injury during the club's preseason friendly against Spanish team Villarreal on Wednesday.

The 20-year-old French defender was tackled from behind by Villarreal forward Nino and received lengthy treatment at the King Power Stadium before being carried off. Fofana was a key member of Brendan Rodgers’ side in his debut campaign last season.

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