Fiorentina defender Tariq Lamptey sustained a complete anterior cruciate ligament rupture during Sunday's Serie A match against Como. The 24-year-old Ghana international fell awkwardly while attempting to control the ball after 20 minutes of play. Medical staff immediately substituted the defender with Fortini following his distress signal. Prof. Mariani performed reconstructive surgery on the isolated left knee injury. Diagnostic arthroscopy confirmed the extent of the ligament damage before the successful operation.
The setback devastates Lamptey's early tenure with the Italian club following his summer transfer from Brighton. His playing time totals merely 25 minutes across two appearances before this first league start. Recovery projections suggest at least six months of rehabilitation ahead. Ghana loses a versatile defensive player for their remaining 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Central African Republic and Comoros. The Black Stars face significant tactical adjustments without their adaptable fullback option.
The setback devastates Lamptey's early tenure with the Italian club following his summer transfer from Brighton. His playing time totals merely 25 minutes across two appearances before this first league start. Recovery projections suggest at least six months of rehabilitation ahead. Ghana loses a versatile defensive player for their remaining 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Central African Republic and Comoros. The Black Stars face significant tactical adjustments without their adaptable fullback option.
