|
|
Injury blow for Sunderland as striker Nicklas Bendtner told he will require further treatment for facial injury
On-loan Arsenal forward had to be substituted after just 15 minutes during the win over Swansea, a disappointment for the Black Cats after decent form recently
23 Jan 2012 17:59:00
By Alex Richards
Getty Images
Sunderland have been dealt a blow following the news that Danish striker Nicklas Bendtner will require further treatment on his facial injuries.
The on-loan Bendtner was accidentally caught in the face by the boot of Swansea's spanish right-back Angel Rangel during the 2-0 win on Saturday, and results have revealed that the forward has sustained a fractured nose.
There had been fears at first that the Arsenal-owned striker could have done damage to an eye and other parts of his face, however that has now been ruled out, although he does seem set for a short period on the sidelines.
The head of Sunderland's medical department, Dr Glen Rae, told the club's official website: "The results of the scans have been received and Nicklas will now undergo further treatment.
"Sunderland Royal Hospital provided a first-class response and I would like to thank them for their assistance."
Bendtner will almost certainly miss the FA Cup fourth-round tie against Middlesbrough on Sunday, while he will also remain a major doubt for the following Premier League matches against Norwich City and Stoke City.
The on-loan Bendtner was accidentally caught in the face by the boot of Swansea's spanish right-back Angel Rangel during the 2-0 win on Saturday, and results have revealed that the forward has sustained a fractured nose.
|
Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
There had been fears at first that the Arsenal-owned striker could have done damage to an eye and other parts of his face, however that has now been ruled out, although he does seem set for a short period on the sidelines.
The head of Sunderland's medical department, Dr Glen Rae, told the club's official website: "The results of the scans have been received and Nicklas will now undergo further treatment.
"Sunderland Royal Hospital provided a first-class response and I would like to thank them for their assistance."
Bendtner will almost certainly miss the FA Cup fourth-round tie against Middlesbrough on Sunday, while he will also remain a major doubt for the following Premier League matches against Norwich City and Stoke City.
| Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
| Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
| Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
| Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
| Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
|
Inside Goal.Com
-
Welbeck convinces Hodgson he is the man to lead the line
England beat Norway 1-0 at Wembley, with the Manchester United man hitting an impressive winner to stake his claim for a starting spot at Euro 2012
-
In Pictures: The best and worst kits at Euro 2012
The European Championship is just around the corner and Goal.com distinguishes between the trendy and the passe at the prestigious tournament
-
The five players Rodgers could sign to kick-start revolution
The new Reds boss was unveiled to the press on Friday and must immediately begin work on revitalising a thin squad with some additions in the transfer market
-
Managerial merry-go-round keeps spinning as Lambert takes Villa job
The Scot officially left Norwich City on Saturday to become the second new boss in June, following the appointment of Brendan Rodgers at Liverpool on Friday
-
Rodgers ushers in new Anfield era on his own terms
The Northern Irishman inevitably expressed his delight at landing the Reds job but evidenced plenty of the steely resolve which could see him become a success at Anfield
