Melbourne City have confirmed forward Fernando Brandan has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during training and will proceed to undergo a rehabilitation program.
Brandan was signed by City during the pre-season last year on a two-year deal with the club.
The Argentinian has played 19 games this season for City scoring three goals.
Brandan is now the third City player to suffer an ACL along with Corey Gameiro and Steve Kuzmanovski who have been sidelined for the whole of this season.
City’s next game is against Newcastle Jets is on Saturday March 18.
A statement released by the club read: “The Club wishes Fernando the best in his recovery.”
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