A blow to the defense: Ben White will miss the rest of the season due to a knee ligament injury.
Ben White ended his season early. Insider David Ornstine reported that the defender suffered an injury to his knee ligaments. Further tests confirmed the diagnosis, and it will take several months for him to recover. This means that White won’t be able to play in any of the final matches of this season. For the club, this is a significant loss. White was a key player in covering the right flank and was also often used in the center of the defense. The coaching staff will need to quickly change their playing strategies and find replacements for key matches. According to preliminary reports, White won’t need surgery for the injury. However, the exact time for his return to action will be determined after further MRI scans. The medical team has already started working on a personalized treatment plan for White. An official statement from the club is expected in the coming days.