KRC Genk Confirms Tolulope Arokodare's Long-Term Injury

KRC Genk Confirms Tolulope Arokodare's Long-Term Injury

Tunde David

Belgium Jupiler League side KRC Genk has confirmed that Nigerian striker Tolulope Arokodare will be out of action for several weeks after undergoing surgery, reports BSNSports.com.ng.

The 22-year-old forward is projected to be out for a long time and has suffered a tear to his left knee and Meniscus during KRC Genk's 3-0 win at home over Oostende last week Sunday.

Meanwhile, test results reveal the new KRC Genk signing has an acute laceration, which is common in young athletes and can be caused by a sudden movement.

Knee surgeon, Peter Bollars told Het Belang van Limburg, the striker needed to have surgery.

"There are degenerative and acute cracks.

The first cracks are mainly caused by wear and tear and must be treated with surgery,

physiotherapy and medication He Said. "His return depends on a few things."

The Nigerian who featured for only 12 minutes on Sunday has scored a goal and made an assist in four league appearances for his new club since joining KRC Genk from French Ligue 2 side Amiens in the January transfer window.