Troost-Ekong Will Undergo Surgery for AFCON Injury

Vice-captain of the Super Eagles, on Tuesday, 27 February 2024 will undergo surgery in Finland according to a post by Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano–falling at risk of missing the rest of the season after rupturing his biceps femoris in his right leg. The 30-year-old defender picked up a hamstring injury in Nigeria’s group game against Ivory Coast at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where he scored the winning goal for the Super Eagles from the spot but played through the final game in pain. “Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong, in Finland for minor surgery,” Roman posted on his X handle. “Despite the injury, William became Player of the Tournament… and he’s expected to return to play for PAOK towards the end of the season.” The former Watford player scored three goals for the three-time African champions and was named Player of the Tournament Troost-Ekong is expected to return to play for Greek side PAOK towards the end of the season.