Ernest Nuamah faces lengthy layoff after devastating cruciate ligament injury

Ghanaian winger Ernest Nuamah is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a cruciate ligament rupture during Olympique Lyon’s 2-1 win over Lille.

The 21-year-old sustained the injury just five minutes into the game following a challenge with Lille’s Gabriel Gudmundsson and was forced off early.

While Lyon celebrated victory, the news of Nuamah’s injury cast a shadow over the result. Initial reports suggest he could be out for six to twelve months, depending on the extent of the damage.

A full rupture may require surgery and a recovery time of up to a year or more.

The injury is a major blow to both Lyon and Ghana, who count on Nuamah’s dynamism and creativity. Supporters are rallying behind the young star as he begins his road to recovery.