Is Jacob Ramsey injured? Aston Villa star seen on crutches ahead of England Euro U21 Championship semi-final
Jacob Ramsey has handed England a huge blow having picked up an injury during England’s run to Euro U21 Championship glory. The Aston Villa star was withdrawn in the 67th minute of the Young Lions’ 1-0 win over Portugal in the quarter-finals with an ankle issue. Ramsey had featured in all four of matches in GeorgiaGettyRamsey has impressed for Lee Carsley‘s men with a goal and an assist from midfield and has been one of the stars of the tournament. The Villa ace was pictured on crutches ahead of England’s semi-final clash against Israel live on talkSPORT 2. Will Jacob Ramsey play against Israel? Unfortunately, Ramsey’s injury has ruled him out for the remainder of the tournament, leaving England with a selection headache. The 22-year-old won’t play against Israel or in the final, should the Young Lions make it. After the Portugal match, Carsley confirmed Ramsey was doubtful. Speaking to the press, he said: “We’ll assess Jacob tomorrow. We won’t be taking any chances. “If there’s a chance of a player with injections, they won’t be doing that. It’s still development football. Jacob’s in good hands. It’s hard to tell. He’s got a lot of numbness in his foot and ankle.” GettyRamsey limped off, leaving England a midfielder down for the rest of the tournament[/caption] And in an official statement, his club confirmed Ramsey’s involvement in the tournament was over and that he would undergo further assessment. The statement read: “Jacob Ramsey’s involvement in the Under-21 European Championship has come to an end through injury. “The midfielder was forced off after 67 minutes of England’s 1-0 win against Portugal in the quarter-finals on Sunday. “Ramsey had been in fine form for the Three Lions as they won all three group games, picking up a goal and an assist. Ramsey scored England’s first goal of the EurosGetty“The 22-year-old will now return from the tournament, which is being held in Georgia and Romania, to England for further assessment.” Reports suggest that Ramsey could have to go under the knife if the ankle injury is worse than first feared. If this turns out to be the case, he is unlikely to be fit for the start of the 2023/24 Premier League campaign. talkSPORT BET Offer Of The Day Get 50/1 Djokovic to win Wimbledon OR 100/1 Alcaraz to win – CLAIM HERE 18+ New customers only. Opt in and bet max £1 before 23:55 on 8th of July 2023 on Novak Djokovic or Carlos Alcaraz to win Outright – Wimbledon. No cash out. Enhanced odds (50/1 on Djokovic & 100/1 on Alcaraz) paid in Free Bets; to be used on any tennis market. Bonuses expire in 7 days. Card payments only. T&Cs Apply, see below. BeGambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly SEE ALL FREE BETS HERE
Jacob Ramsey has handed England a huge blow having picked up an injury during England’s run to Euro U21 Championship glory.
The Aston Villa star was withdrawn in the 67th minute of the Young Lions’ 1-0 win over Portugal in the quarter-finals with an ankle issue.
Ramsey has impressed for Lee Carsley‘s men with a goal and an assist from midfield and has been one of the stars of the tournament.
The Villa ace was pictured on crutches ahead of England’s semi-final clash against Israel live on talkSPORT 2.
Will Jacob Ramsey play against Israel?
Unfortunately, Ramsey’s injury has ruled him out for the remainder of the tournament, leaving England with a selection headache.
The 22-year-old won’t play against Israel or in the final, should the Young Lions make it.
After the Portugal match, Carsley confirmed Ramsey was doubtful.
Speaking to the press, he said: “We’ll assess Jacob tomorrow. We won’t be taking any chances.
“If there’s a chance of a player with injections, they won’t be doing that. It’s still development football. Jacob’s in good hands. It’s hard to tell. He’s got a lot of numbness in his foot and ankle.”
And in an official statement, his club confirmed Ramsey’s involvement in the tournament was over and that he would undergo further assessment.
The statement read: “Jacob Ramsey’s involvement in the Under-21 European Championship has come to an end through injury.
“The midfielder was forced off after 67 minutes of England’s 1-0 win against Portugal in the quarter-finals on Sunday.
“Ramsey had been in fine form for the Three Lions as they won all three group games, picking up a goal and an assist.
“The 22-year-old will now return from the tournament, which is being held in Georgia and Romania, to England for further assessment.”
Reports suggest that Ramsey could have to go under the knife if the ankle injury is worse than first feared.
If this turns out to be the case, he is unlikely to be fit for the start of the 2023/24 Premier League campaign.
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