Following a recent injury setback, Spanish team Athletic Bilbao runs the risk of losing key Ghanaian attacker Inaki Williams for the rest of the season.
Due to an injury sustained last Sunday, the Black Stars attacker will not play against Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League semifinal.
Due to a current muscle issue, the Spanish team will not have their best striker when they travel to Manchester for the pivotal return match at Old Trafford.
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Athletic Bilbao, who are hoping to overcome the 3-0 deficit in the rematch to guarantee a spot in the final, will undoubtedly be impacted by Williams’ absence.
Prior to the epic, Athletic Bilbao have confirmed the Ghana international will not be available. Meanwhile, the return of the forward remains unknown: “It remains to be seen whether it will evolve”
“Inaki Williams is not included in the squad list for the trip to Manchester. The striker has not been called up for Thursday’s Europa League semi-final second leg at Old Trafford due to a muscle injury to the hamstring of his right hamstring”
Williams was forced off with an injury as his outfit settled for a goalless draw with Real Sociedad in the Spanish La Liga last Sunday. Williams had to be subbed off in the 62nd-minute.
The former Spain international, who has been an important player for Athletic Bilbao this season hopes to recover in time to complete the campaign.
The 30-year-old has made 48 appearances for Athletic Bilbao this season, scoring 11 goals and delivering 9 assists across competitions.
