Hannibal Mejbri faces 3-4 month lay-off after hamstring surgery

Tunisia international Hannibal Mejbri is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a hamstring injury suffered while playing for Burnley.

The 23-year-old midfielder sustained the injury during Burnley’s match against Bristol City and is expected to be out of action for around three to four months.

Mejbri has now undergone surgery as part of his treatment, meaning he faces a significant period of rehabilitation before he can return to competitive football.

The injury is a major setback for Mejbri, who had been looking to establish himself as an important figure for Burnley following his move to the club.

His absence will also be a blow to Tunisia, with the midfielder an established member of the national team and an important option in midfield.

Mejbri will now begin his recovery programme, with his return likely to depend on his rehabilitation progress and how he responds to treatment in the coming months.

Burnley will hope the Tunisia international can make a full recovery and return to action without further complications.