In a major setback to ISL leaders Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC), their overseas attacker Kwame Peprah was ruled out for the remainder of the season. The 23-year-old Ghanian forward suffered a groin injury during the Kochi side's Super Cup contest against Jamshedpur FC on January 15.
"Following a thorough medical assessment, the club announces with regret that Peprah will be unavailable for the remainder of the season. The Club wishes Peprah a seamless rehab and recovery phase," the KBFC said in a statement.
Injury Update :
— Kerala Blasters FC (@KeralaBlasters) January 27, 2024
Kwame Peprah sustained an Groin injury during our recent clash against Jamshedpur FC. Following a thorough medical assessment, the club announces with regret that Peprah will be unavailable for the remainder of the season. The Club wishes Peprah a seamless rehab… pic.twitter.com/vOCuY7Cfug
Peprah joined the Kerala Blasters ahead of the ISL 2023-24 season, after having played in the top divisions of Ghana, South Africa and Israel. His first ISL goal came against Chennaiyin FC after seven games in the league. His form flourished, having scored twice and assisting once in 12 ISL matches. All these goal contributions have come in the Blasters’ last five league games, the official website of the Indian Super League said.
