Euro 2024: The stars missing out on the summer tournament in Germany
For professional footballers, representing their country at the Euros stands as one of the highest honours. However, for some of Europe’s renowned talents, their dreams of Euro 2024 have turned into a nightmare due to injury, robbing them of the chance to participate in this summer’s spectacle set to kick off in Germany on June 14.
As national teams gear up for the tournament, the fear of the absence of key players looms over the tail end of club football, with every England fan hoping Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane won’t pick up any injuries.
England will be seeking their first major trophy since 1966.
But some stars have already been chalked off the team sheet and will be out of action for the summer tournament in Germany.
Who’s out of the summer tournament in Germany?
Tyron Mings – England/Aston Villa
Aston Villa’s defender suffered a significant knee injury during the team’s opening-day defeat to Newcastle, rupturing his ACL. Despite his previous appearances for England at Euro 2020, Mings has struggled to secure a regular spot in Gareth Southgate’s squad.
Gavi – Spain/Barcelona
Spain’s rising star endured a knee injury, tearing his anterior cruciate ligament during a match against Georgia. The injury occurred as he twisted to control the ball, leaving Spain’s coach devastated by the loss of such a promising talent.
Ivan Perisic – Croatia/Tottenham
The experienced Croatian winger fell victim to an ACL injury during training, halting his contributions to Tottenham’s season. His absence is felt deeply by both club and country, given his wealth of experience and past performances for Croatia, including their run to the World Cup final in 2018.
David Alaba – Austria/Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s versatile player suffered an ACL injury during a match against Villarreal, ruling him out of the Euros. Alaba’s absence deals a blow to Austria’s aspirations, considering his pivotal role within the team.
Thibaut Courtois – Belgium/Real Madrid
The Belgian goalkeeper faced a series of unfortunate injuries, including tearing his ACL and internal meniscus, sidelining him for the season. Additionally, a dispute with the national team manager further complicates his potential involvement in Euro 2024, despite his previous key role within Belgium’s squad.
Sven Botman – Netherlands/Newcastle
Newcastle’s defender endured a knee injury during an FA Cup match, undergoing surgery on his ACL. Despite his previous snubs from the Netherlands national team, his form suggested he could have been a contender for Euro 2024.
Destiny Udogie – Italy/Tottenham
Tottenham’s left-back faces a season-ending injury after surgery on a muscular ailment, disrupting his promising debut season with the club and potentially impacting Italy’s plans.
Lewis Ferguson – Scotland/Bologna
Bologna’s midfielder suffered an ACL rupture, ruling him out for the rest of the season and potentially Euro 2024, affecting both his club and Scotland’s prospects.
Domenico Berardi – Italy/Sassuolo
**Domenico Berardi**: Sassuolo’s forward faced another injury setback, rupturing his Achilles tendon, despite just returning from a previous injury. His absence deals a blow to Italy’s plans for Euro 2024, considering his past contributions to the national team.
As these stars face their recovery journeys, their absence from Euro 2024 leaves a void in both club and national team setups. We’ll miss them at the Euros but look forward to their return!