West Bromwich Albion defender Semi Ajayi is set for an extended spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury during his team’s recent match. The setback occurred in the 41st minute of West Brom’s 2-0 victory over Oxford United in a Sky Bet Championship fixture, forcing the Nigeria international to leave the field prematurely.
The club has confirmed that Ajayi, aged 31, underwent surgery to address the injury and will now begin a structured rehabilitation process. Although disappointing for the player and fans alike, there is optimism that the experienced center-back will recover in time to feature again before the end of the season.
This isn’t the first time Ajayi has battled a hamstring injury this campaign. Earlier in the season, he missed nearly four months of action due to a similar issue. His return to fitness had brought renewed stability to West Brom’s defensive lineup, with the player making 14 appearances for the Baggies so far this season.
The setback comes as a blow to the team, which has been relying on Ajayi’s leadership and defensive acumen to push for a strong finish in the Championship. For Ajayi, the injury marks another hurdle in what has been a challenging season on the personal front.
West Brom’s management has expressed confidence in their medical team’s ability to ensure a full recovery for the Nigerian defender. Fans will no doubt be eager to see him back in action, contributing to the club’s efforts in the latter stages of the season.
Ajayi, who has been a key figure for both club and country, will be hoping to return stronger as he continues to prove his resilience on and off the pitch.