Sunderland defender Dennis Cirkin has been forced to withdraw from the England Under-21 squad due to an injury sustained during the 3-0 defeat to Coventry City. The 22-year-old left the pitch after 69 minutes and was replaced by Jenson Seelt.
Cirkin’s injury is a significant blow to Sunderland, as he has been in excellent form this season and has established himself as a key member of Regis Le Bris’ starting XI. His attacking prowess down the left side has been a valuable asset to the team, with his 38 shots ranking him in the top 97.1 percentile of Championship left-backs.
The extent of Cirkin’s injury is currently unknown, and he will undergo further assessments by Sunderland’s medical staff. The club has confirmed that further updates on his condition will be provided in due course.
Cirkin’s withdrawal from the England Under-21 squad is a disappointment for the player, who had received his first call-up since representing England at Under-19 level in 2021. England’s Under-21s are set to face France and Portugal in their upcoming fixtures.
With only eight games remaining in the season, Cirkin’s injury could have significant implications for Sunderland’s promotion push. The team’s injury situation has been compared to the playoffs two years ago, where the team ran out of legs in the semi-finals.
Sunderland fans will be hoping that Cirkin’s injury is not too severe and that he will be able to return to action soon. The team’s medical staff will be working to assess the extent of the injury and provide a timeline for his return.
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