Bologna’s Champions League campaign has been marred by yet another injury setback, as midfielder Lewis Ferguson was forced to leave the field during their match against Sporting Lisbon. The Scottish international appeared to suffer a muscular problem early in the game, adding to the growing list of concerns for manager Vincenzo Italiano.
Gazzetta dello Sport report how this latest incident comes on the heels of Riccardo Orsolini’s injury in last week’s fixture against Borussia Dortmund, highlighting a troubling trend for the Italian side. Italiano, already grappling with squad depth issues, had to make an early substitution, bringing on Nikola Moro to replace the stricken Ferguson.
The timing of Ferguson’s injury is particularly unfortunate, given his recent return to action following a seven-month lay-off due to an anterior cruciate ligament rupture. The 25-year-old midfielder had been making steady progress in his comeback, even earning a place in Bologna’s starting lineup for this crucial Champions League encounter.
As Bologna await further medical evaluation on Ferguson’s condition, the club faces the challenge of navigating the remainder of their European campaign with a potentially depleted squad. The loss of key players like Orsolini and now Ferguson could significantly impact the team’s performance and tactical approach in upcoming matches.
