Why is Conor Bradley out for the season if he didn’t tear his ACL?
While the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) is the most famous season-ender, “significant” damage to other ligaments (like the MCL or PCL) combined with bone bruising or micro-fractures requires a lengthy biological healing process. Surgery is likely needed to “tidy” the joint or fixate the bone to prevent long-term instability.
What is the recovery time for Conor Bradley‘s knee surgery?
For a non-ACL surgery of this magnitude, the “return to play” window is typically 4 to 6 months. This rules him out of Liverpool’s run-in but keeps the door open for a late-June return – critical for his World Cup ambitions with Northern Ireland.
What happens next for Conor Bradley‘s rehabilitation?
Bradley will undergo surgery to repair the damaged tissue. This is usually followed by 2–4 weeks of non-weight-bearing (crutches) before a rigorous “re-education” of the knee joint begins at the AXA Training Centre.
Who will play right-back for Liverpool while Bradley is injured?
With Liverpool’s first-choice right-back out. The onus now falls on Joe Gomez and Jeremie Frimpong, while Calvin Ramsay may now be denied a January loan move.