The reason behind Victor Lindelof’s sudden departure from Old Trafford during Manchester United’s clash with Lyon has come to light.
Last Thursday night, United faced French side Lyon in an electrifying Europa League encounter. With the match ending 2-2 in regular time, it moved into extra time to decide the victor. ..Continue Reading
Lyon took the lead through Rayan Cherki and Alexandre Lacazette, making it 4-2, but late strikes from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire completed a remarkable 5-4 comeback for United.
Following the match, it was initially reported that Lindelof had to leave for personal reasons. It has now been disclosed by his wife, Maja, that he left urgently because their son suffered a serious head injury and had to be rushed to the hospital.
As reported by The Sun, Maja said: “An hour before the [Lyon] game started, our babysitter called and said they were in an ambulance on the way to hospital.
“My youngest son Francis had split his entire head open. He had been chasing his big brother Ted Louie at home, and fallen into our glass staircase.
“His forehead was in two parts. He was in hospital both Thursday and Friday. He had to have plastic surgery to put his forehead back together. He was put under anaesthetic.”
She added: “It is the first time I have experienced something like this happening with one of my children. It was incredibly unpleasant, and not something I want to experience again.
“The operation went well, and Francis is back on track. He is a Viking, and back to normal. Everyone was so worried, but he continues his life as if nothing has happened. The doctors say he will have a big scar on his forehead. But never mind – I’m just happy that it went so well.”
Lindelof returned to the pitch over the weekend during Manchester United’s 1-0 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The Swedish defender was in the starting lineup for Ruben Amorim’s side but was substituted in the 79th minute, making way for Leny Yoro.
