Leon Chiwome - knee
Last updated: 25 Apr 01:03
Wolverhampton Wanderers' young striker, Leon Chiwome (19), has been sidelined for the remainder of the 2024/25 season due to a significant knee injury. During an under-21 fixture on 20 January 2025, Chiwome suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), necessitating surgical intervention and a prolonged rehabilitation period. (Source: X account Wolverhampton Wanderers)
The injury occurred during a routine play when Chiwome landed awkwardly, raising immediate concerns about its severity. The recovery timeline for such injuries generally spans between eight to ten months, indicating that Chiwome is expected to miss the start of the 2025/26 season. (Source: Soccer24)
Leon Chiwome will miss the remainder of the season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in Monday’s under-21 fixture.
— Wolves Academy (@WolvesAcademy) January 23, 2025
We’re all wishing you a speedy recovery, Leon 💛 pic.twitter.com/Txg1OeRJgK