Celtic defender Stephen Welsh has signed a new contract with the club, securing his future at Celtic Park.
The announcement, made on Friday morning, was a positive note for both the player and the club. However, this joy was short-lived as Welsh suffered an injury setback that will see him miss the upcoming match on Sunday.
Welsh was set to feature in Sunday’s match, especially with fellow defender Cameron Carter-Vickers sidelined due to injury. However, in a cruel twist of fate, Welsh picked up what Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers described as a “knock” during a training session.
“Stephen Welsh picked up a little bit of a knock today, which was a shame considering just signing his deal and announcing that.” [Celtic TV]
Despite Rodgers’ initial description of the injury as a “knock,” photographs online of Welsh have shown him wearing a moon boot and using crutches. This has raised concerns among fans and pundits alike that the injury may be more severe than initially indicated by the club.
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While the sight of Welsh in a moon boot and on crutches is undoubtedly a worrying sign for Celtic supporters, it is possible that these measures are precautionary. Medical staff at football clubs often employ such devices to immobilise an injured area, reducing the risk of further damage and aiding in the recovery process.
