Lemar, the big worry

Published: September 16, 2023

By: Manu Tournoux

Taken out on a stretcher during the meeting between Valencia FC and Atletico Madrid, Thomas Lemar could be seriously injured in his Achilles tendon.

This Saturday afternoon, Valencia faces Atlético de Madrid on the fifth day of La Liga. Shortly before half-time, Thomas Lemar injured himself in the penalty area and was forced to go out on a stretcher.

“Thomas Lemar was evacuated on a stretcher after falling in a bad position during a match and the medical services, during an initial examination, fear a serious injury to the Achilles tendon. Awaiting tests to confirm a definitive diagnosis”communicated Atletico de Madrid on X (formerly Twitter).

REFALL FOR LEMAR! 😞

Out on a stretcher against Valencia, Thomas Lemar suffers from a possible serious injury to his Achilles tendon.

Will he revive his career one day? 😢🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/ipFy03Q89g

— MercaFoot (@MercaFoot_) September 16, 2023

If the diagnosis is confirmed, Thomas Lemar’s season will probably be over.

Written by:

Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.