Emil Krafth
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Right
Aug 2, 1994
31
6'0"
183 lb
RB
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Season likely over
Krafth (knee) has had an operation and is likely out for the rest of the season, according to manager Eddie Howe. "Emil's had an operation on his knee, so I think in all likelihood, it looks like the season is over, which is a real blow for us. He first had the problem on international duty. We hoped that he could come back and be okay, but it became apparent in training recently that he wasn't going to get to the level needed, and there needed to be a surgical intervention."
Analysis: Krafth is not receiving a good update Tuesday, as the defender underwent an operation on his knee and is likely to miss the rest of the season. This is a blow to a club that is dealing with issues all over the field, already without Fabian Schar (ankle) and Valentino Livramento (hamstring), now without another depth option in the defense. They will now wait for the return of Sven Botman for the addition of another central defender, currently only with Kieran Trippier left as a backup, and potentially needing to turn to some youth players to fill the bench.
Out another match
Krafth (knee) is out for Thursday's Carabao Cup match against Manchester City, according to manager Eddie Howe. "He's a big miss for us at the moment. He is trying to come back from a knee problem. He is not feeling absolutely at his best currently. I have no definitive return day for him. We are taking it day by day, and we will see him back quickly. He has always been such a reliable performer for us."
Analysis: Krafth is not going to be with the club for another match as he continues to battle knee issues, a rough spell on the sidelines after last playing Nov. 2. This leaves the club with a bit less depth in the defense, something to monitor as that department struggles to remain fit. However, he has only appeared once all season, merely serving as a backup when he is fit, although no return date stands in place.
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