Leicester City’s promotion hopes have taken a serious hit after head coach Ruud van Nistelrooy confirmed that talented winger Kasey McAteer could miss the remainder of the season due to injury.
McAteer, a key figure in the Foxes’ attacking setup, suffered the setback during training earlier this week. Speaking to the press, van Nistelrooy described the news as a major disappointment for both the player and the team.
“Kasey has picked up an injury that looks serious,” he said. “We’re waiting on the final scans, but early indications suggest it could rule him out for the rest of the season. It’s really unfortunate – he’s been in fantastic form.”
The 22-year-old has played a vital role in Leicester’s campaign, offering pace, creativity, and goals from the flanks. With the club pushing hard for automatic promotion back to the Premier League, losing McAteer at such a crucial stage is a heavy blow.
Van Nistelrooy, however, emphasized the squad’s resilience. “It’s never easy losing a player like him, especially now. But we’ve got depth, and we’ll rally together to finish strong.”
Leicester fans will be hoping for a quick recovery, though the tone of van Nistelrooy’s comments suggests the club is preparing to continue without McAteer. An official medical update is expected in the coming days.
As the season reaches its climax, all eyes will be on how the Foxes adapt without one of their brightest young talents.
