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Serie A: Nigerian star on the radar of Atalanta set to overlook Inter Milan vs Empoli conflict

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Empoli have introduced that Nigerian midfielder Tino Anjorin will miss the upcoming Serie A fixture in opposition to Inter Milan as a consequence of a contemporary damage setback, Soccernet.ng reviews.

The 22-year-old suffered a low-grade lesion to his proper thigh flexor, confirmed by means of medical assessments following his absence from Empoli’s 3-1 dwelling defeat to Lecce final weekend.

Former Chelsea star Tino Anjorin of Nigeria
CALCIO – Serie A – Venezia FC vs Empoli FC Empoliâs Tino Anjorin portrait in motion with ball throughout Venezia FC vs Empoli FC. Photograph by IMAGO

In a press release revealed on their official web site, the membership stated:

“Empoli Soccer Membership broadcasts that the instrumental assessments carried out in the present day on the participant Tino Anjorin have revealed a low-grade lesion to the best thigh flexor. The participant has already begun the rehabilitation course of with the blue medical employees.”

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The damage, sustained throughout coaching final week, is anticipated to sideline Anjorin for two–3 weeks, successfully ruling him out of essential matches in opposition to Inter Milan, Bologna, and doubtlessly Juventus.

Athletes recovering from such accidents typically require extra time to regain full energy and confidence, making his return to motion unlikely till February.

Former Chelsea star Tino Anjorin, Nigeria
Faustino Anjorin Empoli throughout Empoli FC vs Genoa CFC, Italian soccer Serie A match in Empoli, Italy. Photograph by IMAGO 

Anjorin, at present having fun with his debut season in Serie A, has been a standout performer for struggling Empoli, contributing three assists in 15 league appearances.

His creativity as an attacking midfielder has drawn curiosity from Atalanta and Torino, although his newest damage might hinder any potential January switch.

The previous Chelsea attacking midfielder shouldn’t be the one Empoli participant of Nigerian descent battling health points.

Nigerian defender Tyronne Ebuehi
Empoli FC s defender Tyronne Ebuehi injured throughout Empoli FC vs Bologna FC. Photograph by IMAGO

Tremendous Eagles defender Tyronne Ebuehi has been sidelined for over a yr after a collection of setbacks, together with a hamstring damage in January 2024 and an ACL rupture in March.

Empoli and Nigerian star Tyronne Ebuehi
Ac Milan s ahead Rafael Leao in opposition to Empoli FC s defender Tyronne Ebuehi throughout Empoli FC vs AC Milan, Italian soccer Serie A match in Empoli, Italy, January 07 2024. Photograph by IMAGO

The previous FC Twente fullback performed simply 15 video games throughout the 2023/24 marketing campaign however is reportedly nearing a return, along with his comeback date set for January 2025. 

Imhonlamhen Eronmhonsele

Imhonlamhen Eronmhonsele

Imhonlamhen Eronmhonsele turns right into a ball of ardour when writing about Nigerian soccer and its abilities, whether or not rising stars or established legends, regionally and overseas.

From the deepest corners of the Center East, to the inexperienced fields of the Americas, to the celebrated grounds in Europe, and the wealthy soils of Africa, Imhons is greater than glad, normally with a glass of a tasty drink close by, to seize the essence of the sport, by connecting the dots between tradition, id, and soccer.

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