Hugo Ekitike's injury history as a senior pro as 9 month layoff confirmed

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Hugo Ekitike’s hopes of playing for France at the 2026 World Cup are over after he ruptured his Achilles tendon playing against PSG in the Champions League. Season over for Liverpool striker; sources close to the player expect Hugo to be back in 8-9 months time with Achilles tendon injury, as L’Equipé reported. pic.twitter.com/UPqlDR72hg — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 15, 2026 The World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA is set to take place in less than two months, but there is now zero chance 23-year-old Ekitike will be fit enough to play in the tournament.

Ekitike is now facing surgery to repair the damage, but with Achilles injuries being some of the most fatal to any athlete’s career, Liverpool will need to take particular care in his recovery. Ekitike’s injury history is fine, this was a freak accident While one would immediately look at a player’s injury history to ascertain if there were any clues that this type of injury was on the horizon, Ekitike’s injury history is alright.

To date, the injury he suffered when he was 19 is the longest he has been injured, with most of his injuries being superficial and commonplace among footballers. It’s a crushing blow for both Liverpool and Ekitike, but with the striker now set to miss his first World Cup, it’s a player’s worst nightmare.