Monday, 6 April 2009

CHO TIME DELAYED




The club has confirmed that new South Korean international midfielder Won Hee Cho has effectively been ruled out for the season after tearing two calf muscles on international duty last week.

Cho, who turns 26 on April 17, was kicked in the leg during South Korea's friendly against Iraq in Seoul on March 28. He then played in the World Cup Qualifier against North Korea four days later, which now appears to have worsened the situation.

Latics Head Physiotherapist Dave Galley says: "We scanned the injury as soon as Won Hee returned to us last week and we can confirm he has a Grade 3 tear of two of his calf muscles."

Injuries of this natured tend to take between six and eight weeks, and with the end of the season just seven weeks away, Latics fans will in all probability have to wait until next season to catch their first glimpse of Cho in the blue and white.

In the meantime, Cho will remain at the club to be treated and begin his convalescence.

Cho said: "This is very frustrating for me because I was so desperate to show the manager and the fans what I can do. But I will now have to work my hardest to get fit."

Steve Bruce added: "It's unfortunate for the lad because he was so willing and has shown a terrific attitude. But our team are working on him and we will do everything we can to get him back as soon as we can."

Cho signed for Latics as a free agent last month after coming to the end of his contract at Korean club Suwon Bluewings. He has played one reserve game so far, against Liverpool.

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