Achilles rupture sidelines Gavin Bazunu until 2025

“He's ruptured his Achilles tendon so it was as bad as we feared. He will be out for around 9 to 10 months," confirmed Southampton's manager.

OUT: Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu will be out until 2025 after undergoing surgery on his ruptured Achilles tendon. Photo by Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu will be out until 2025 after undergoing surgery on his ruptured Achilles tendon.

The 22-year-old was replaced in the starting eleven late on before Southampton’s Championship clash with Preston at St Mary's, having injured himself during the warm-ups.