Wrexham suffered a devastating injury blow as midfielder Andy Cannon has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Wrexham confirmed Cannon has suffered an acl injury that is likely to keep the midfielder out of action for between six to nine months.
Cannon had been hitting form for Wrexham have scored in successive EFL Trophy games and started the League One win over Mansfield Town.
Jeff Hendrick could be signed as a potential replacement for Cannon with the Red Dragons having one space in their EFL squad however, thoughts from Cannon’s team mates have been on his recovery and wellbeing.
Wrexham players send messages of support for Cannon
Many of the Wrexham first-team squad have taken to social media to send messages of support for their injury-stricken team mate.
Captain James McClean via his Instagram story wrote: “You’ll be back before ye know it bud, you got this.” and included a first bump emoji and a green heart alongside the message.
Elliot Lee issued a statement on his own fitness following a recent road traffic accident and has also shown support for his midfield partner as he wrote: “With you all the way brother, can’t wait for the return.”
Ryan Barnett and Paul Mullin both sent heart emojis to the 28-year-old whilst defenders Max Cleworth and Lewis Brunt posted the message of: “Back stronger mate.”
Phil Parkinson will be delighted to see the show of unity from his squad and his comments after the Mansfield show his disappointed he is at losing a player of Cannon’s calibre.
Cannon injury could provide opportunity for George Evans
Parkinson now has another selection dilemma in his midfield following the injury to Cannon. Matty James and George Dobson have struggled to play together, meaning a more dynamic solution is required.
Elliott Lee has given no time frame on his return, therefore the injury could provide an opportunity for George Evans to stake a claim in midfield after making just five league appearances so far this season.
Another option for the Red Dragons boss could be to move McClean into midfield and keep the resurgent Sebastian Revan at left wing-back after impressing in the Wrexham player ratings against Mansfield Town.
Whatever Parkinson chooses, he needs to ensure that the right balance between hard work and creativity is met with his selection, otherwise his strikers will go back to being starved of service.