‘This is the worst’, ‘And now this’ – Tottenham fans distraught after ‘devastating’ injury for ‘best in the world’ ace
Many Tottenham fans have been left distraught after Pape Matar Sarr was forced off through injury in their win against Bournemouth on Sunday (31 December).
The 21-year-old has been outstanding under Ange Postecoglou this season and proved his worth once again by bagging the opening goal against the Cherries.
But the Senegalese international was hauled off just after half an hour and was seen in tears as he headed off the field of play.
Teammates Son Heung-min and Rodrigo Bentancur had to console the defensive midfielder, whose participation in the upcoming African Cup of Nations now looks at serious risk.
Thankfully for the Lilywhites, the 3-1 win got them back to winning ways after their humiliating 4-2 defeat to Brighton on Thursday (28 December).
Tottenham have been plagued with injuries this season with the likes of James Maddison, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero also in the treatment room.
After being merely a squad player in Spurs’ tumultuous campaign last season, Sarr has emerged as a vital force in the Australian’s thrilling style of play.
He has started 15 games for Tottenham this season and bagged early in the campaign against Man United, but fans could be without him for the foreseeable future.
Supporters have taken to social media in reaction to the latest devastating blow for their side.
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