Last update on. From the section LeicesterAfter his departure from Saint-Etienne, Wesley Fofana played 38 games for Leicester.Wesley Fofana, Leicester's defender, will need an operation to repair his broken leg. He won't be playing again until 2022 according to Brendan Rodgers, Foxes boss.Fofana (20 years old) was hurt by a late challenge by Fer Nino, a Villarreal forward, during Wednesday's pre-season friendly.On Monday, the France U21 international will be in operation.He will be playing in 2022. Rodgers stated that ligament damage was very serious and spoke to BBC Radio Leicester.He is happy and in good spirits. He wants to be with his teammates. Sometimes players wish to return to their country but he is here."He will have an operation Monday, and his recovery will begin there."Unai Emery, Nino's manager, and Rodgers called the tackle "horrendous."Foxes boss John Fox has already stated that he may need to sign another central defenseman before the deadline. Jonny Evans is still suffering from a foot injury.Daniel Amartey, a Ghanaian international, was in the side to win Saturday's 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the Community Shield. Rodgers was happy with his performance.Rodgers said that Daniel has done everything I asked him to do. His attitude is exceptional and he is a great team player. He was exceptional today."
