Kewell faces second op
21 Sep 2006 - 08:12:47
Liverpool's Australian winger Harry Kewell requires a second bout of surgery to try and cure the foot problem that has sidelined him since the World Cup finals.
The 27-year-old has been diagnosed as having septic arthritis in his left foot and has returned to his homeland for further treatment.
Reds spokesman Ian Cotton told the club's official website: "Harry has had a follow-up opinion and unfortunately requires further surgery on the foot problem he suffered during the World Cup.
"On his return to Liverpool following the World Cup, Harry was actually diagnosed as having septic arthritis, a bacterial infection in the joints of his left foot.
"A primary procedure to drain the infection was performed in July, but it will require further surgery to address his subsequent problems.
"The second operation will take place this week in Australia and only after that will we have an accurate idea on the length of his rehabilitation period."