More wrist surgery for Niemi
02 Aug 2008 - 12:55:14
Fulham goalkeeper Antti Niemi will have to have another operation after suffering a setback in his recovery from a wrist injury.
The 36-year-old Finn was forced to have surgery on his left wrist in late June but recently complained of further discomfort.
The former Hearts and Southampton shot-stopper told the Cottagers' official website: "I'm extremely disappointed that, having returned to training, I now have to undergo further surgery.
"However, I'm confident that I can recover from this setback sooner rather than later.
"I was looking forward to joining the new players who've been added to the squad but I'll now focus on my rehabilitation after surgery and look forward to returning as soon as possible."
Niemi has made 64 appearances for the club since arriving at Craven Cottage from Southampton in January 2006.