Leeds United's promotion rivals rocked by huge injury blow with international ace out until 2025

Leeds United’s promotion rivals have been dealt a hammer injury blow.

Leeds United’s promotion rivals Southampton have been dealt a hammer injury blow which has ruled an international star out until 2025. First choice keeper and Ireland international custodian Gavin Bazunu injured himself in the warm-up ahead of Tuesday night’s Championship clash at home to Preston North End and Southampton have revealed that Bazunu has ruptured his Achilles tendon.

He will be out for around 9 to 10 months. 'I spoke to him before the operation and he wasn’t in a good place but last night he was way more positive. We will rally behind him. We’re really devastated for Gav. But he’ll get through it and be stronger for it. We look forward to seeing him on Monday. 'Gavin has had a huge setback, there will be some dark and lonely moments over the next 10 months. We will support him and get around him.

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