Real Betis forward Cédric Bakambu faces a prolonged period on the sidelines after sustaining a serious injury during the recent derby clash against Sevilla, leaving him sidelined for several months and missing the summer preparations.
The setback occurred during the intense encounter on April 28, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Bakambu suffered a proximal injury to the tendon of his right femoral muscle, prompting the need for surgery.
According to initial reports from the club to Marca, the Congolese international is expected to undergo surgery on Tuesday.
The prognosis is disheartening for Bakambu and Real Betis fans alike, with the recovery timeline estimated to be between four to five months.
This means that the prolific striker will not be available for the remainder of the current season and will likely miss the start of the next, along with the crucial summer preparation period.
Bakambu’s stint with Real Betis began in February, following a brief stint with Galatasaray.
His time in Andalusia saw him feature in five matches for the Verdiblancos, managing to find the back of the net once in a Europa Conference League encounter against Dinamo Zagreb.
The injury blow comes at a challenging time for both Bakambu and Real Betis, disrupting their plans and ambitions for the remainder of the season and casting a shadow over the player’s future prospects.
Despite the setback, Bakambu’s resilience and determination will be crucial as he embarks on the road to recovery, aiming to return to peak form and fitness in due course.
