Kyle Ismaac's Leicester City Injury Update: Player Status Amidst Uncertainty

Leicester City's Kyle Ismaac is set to miss the rest of the season with a long-term injury.

The midfielder has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign after suffering a cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in his knee during training on Wednesday.

Ismaac, who signed a new contract earlier this year, will undergo surgery and will be out of action until at least next summer.

The news comes as a blow for the Foxes, who have struggled to cope without their star player since the start of the season.

With the likes of Wes Morgan and Wes Morgan unable to play due to injuries, manager Craig Shakespeare has had to make do with makeshift options in defence.

However, there is hope that Ismaac's absence may not last forever.

He underwent surgery on Friday and was expected to recover in time for the club's upcoming fixture against Manchester United.

If he does return to fitness, it could provide a much-needed boost to the team's midfield depth.

But even if he misses the rest of the season, his departure could still have a significant impact on the team's chances of winning promotion from the Premier League.

It remains to be seen how the team will adapt to life without Ismaac, but it is clear that the club will need to find ways to fill the void left by his absence.

For now, though, the focus is on getting the team back to work and hoping that they can overcome the loss of their captain.

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