David Raum, the German international defender for RB Leipzig, has been sidelined with a serious knee injury that is expected to keep him out of action for several months.
The injury occurred during training on Thursday and Raum underwent surgery in Germany to repair the damage to his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The long-term prognosis for his recovery is uncertain, but it is likely that he will be out of action for at least six months.
RB Leipzig have not yet provided any specific timelines for Raum's return, but it is likely that he will need to undergo rehabilitation before being able to resume full training. The club may also consider placing Raum on loan elsewhere until his injury is fully healed, although this would depend on the availability of suitable clubs.
The injury to Raum is a significant setback for RB Leipzig, who are currently sitting second in the Bundesliga table and have already lost two key players through injury. The loss of Raum could leave them vulnerable defensively and make their remaining matches more difficult.
However, the club will now focus on finding a replacement for Raum and ensuring that they have enough depth in their squad to cope with any further injuries or setbacks. It remains to be seen how the injury affects the rest of the season, but one thing is certain - David Raum's absence will certainly be felt by the team.