Bournemouth dealt another injury blow with Callum Wilson set for six-month lay-off

Callum Wilson set for six-month spell on the sidelines

BOURNEMOUTH striker Callum Wilson is facing at least six months out after scans confirmed a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

Wilson, who picked up the injury early on in last weekend’s 2-1 defeat at Stoke, joins long-term absentees Max Gradel and Tyrone Mings this term.
A club statement read: "Callum Wilson is set to spend at least six months sidelined after scans confirmed a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee."

Cherries boss Eddie Howe has urged his other strikers - Tokelo Rantie, Glenn Murray, Yann Kermorgant and Joshua King - to 'step up to the plate' in the absence of the 22-year-old.
"It’s very disappointing for Callum, after what has been an exceptional start to the season, but I am sure he will come back fitter and stronger."

Callum Wilson sustained the injury in the 2-1 defeat to Stoke

Callum Wilson has scored five goals in the Premier League this term

"Callum is the type of character who won’t be fazed by such a setback, and I am sure he will turn this experience into a positive in the long run.
"As I have said many times before though, this kind of setback offers others the opportunity to step up to the plate, show everybody what they can do and make a real impact at this level."