Patrick Agyemang: Derby's USA striker ruled out of World Cup with Achilles injury
BBC • • sports
Key Points:
- Patrick Agyemang has suffered a serious Achilles tendon injury during Derby County's win against Stoke City, ruling him out of playing in the upcoming World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- The 25-year-old striker was stretchered off after landing awkwardly on his left ankle and will miss the tournament, with no definitive recovery timeline provided by Derby County.
- Agyemang recently scored for the US national team in international matches and has made significant progress in his career, moving from MLS side Charlotte FC to Derby County in the English Championship.
- Since joining Derby, Agyemang has been a key player, scoring 10 goals and providing four assists in 37 games, helping the club contend for promotion.
- His transfer to Derby involved a club-record multi-million dollar fee for Charlotte FC, potentially rising to £7.3 million with add-ons.
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