Simon Francis injury: Bournemouth captain facing up to nine months out after rupturing ACL against Tottenham

Simon Francis injury: Bournemouth captain facing up to nine months out after rupturing ACL against Tottenham
Bournemouth captain Simon Francis could be out for up to nine months with a cruciate ligament injury.Francis, 33, ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during their 5-0 loss to Tottenham in the Premier League on Boxing Day.1

Francis was in a huge amount of respect after going down

He was carried from the field on a stretcher and after being assessed by the Cherries’ medical staff, underwent a scan in London on Wednesday evening which revealed the extent of the damage.Manager Eddie Howe told the club’s official website, www.afcb.co.uk: “We are devastated to have lost Simon to a serious knee injury.“It is a huge blow for us to lose our captain and someone who has performed so well and consistently for the team over a long period of time.“There is a long road ahead, but Simon is a model professional who has a positive mindset and is surrounded by good people. I know he will leave no stone unturned in order to get back as soon as possible.

Through the good and bad, we're with you every step of the way, Franno! #afcb pic.twitter.com/Qve8nN0RV6— AFC Bournemouth (@afcbournemouth) December 27, 2018

“He will receive the best possible medical care, as well as the love and support of everyone at the club.”Nottingham-born Francis joined Bournemouth from Charlton in July 2012 after a successful loan spell and has made more than 300 appearances for the club.

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