Dujon Sterling, the 25-year-old defender for the Rangers, will have an operation on Monday. He suffered a complete Achilles tendon tear on January 30, 2014 during a Europa League fixture against Athletic Club. The injury occurred at Ibrox, forcing Sterling to be stretchered off the field, significantly impacting the team’s dynamics as they continued the game with just nine players following Robin Propper’s early red card.
This happening late in the second half of the game put Rangers behind the eight ball. Despite the team’s incredible determination, they still fell short of victory and this draw spelled yet another blow to the experience-filled squad’s chances. Sterling’s tragic injury adds insensitivity to the injury, as his team’s failure was even more pronounced. He had only returned last month after coming back from a long foot injury that sidelined him for 12 games.
After a Tartan Army welcome, head coach Barry Ferguson expressed his outrage about Sterling getting targeted. He knew just how devastating this blow would be for the player and the team.
“I’m devastated for him for a few reasons. He’s come in and been immense for me at the back.” – Barry Ferguson
Ferguson emphasized that while he is not a medical expert, he has consulted with the team’s doctor regarding the severity of Sterling’s condition. The findings confirm that Sterling’s Achilles injury is serious and will sideline him for the foreseeable future. That presents huge hardships for the coaching staff as they plan for the next day’s match.
“I’m devastated about. We’ll get around him, he’s a popular member of the dressing room and has been a big player for me.” – Barry Ferguson
The team will sincerely miss Sterling. Now, as the defense’s indispensable driving force, he has ascended to the inner sanctum. His leadership qualities paired with on-field performance garnered his unanimous praise from fellow rookies, teammates, and coaching staff.
As the surgery date draws closer, fans and teammates are still optimistic that she’ll have a successful surgery and recover quickly. The club plans to support Sterling throughout his rehabilitation process, emphasizing their commitment to his well-being during this challenging time.
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