Valencia's Coquelin forced to abandon training with torn Achilles

Valencia's Coquelin forced to abandon training with torn Achilles

Valencia, March 16 (IANS) Valencia's French midfielder Francis Coquelin was forced to abandon training after suffering a torn Achilles tendon, the team's head coach said on Friday.

Marcelino Garcia said at a press conference that the 26-year-old French international had been taken away from the training ground by ambulance after the injury, reported Efe.

"It as a loss of a very, very important player for us. He had demonstrated his great character and professionalism since his arrival at the club," the Spanish coach said.

Coquelin joined the top-flight Spanish club from Arsenal during the summer transfer window.

"We are very upset about this, we hope for a speedy recovery," Marcelino added.

Valencia, which is 6th in la liga, is braced for a home match against Alaves on Saturday afternoon.

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