Van Persie Contacts Brentford's Ilambo After Serious Injury
Feyenoord manager Robin van Persie has admitted to contacting Brentford's Antoni Ilambo regarding his serious knee injury.
Ilambo was stretchered off during the international break while playing for the Dutch U21s, suffering a knee injury that left him screaming in pain.
- Early reports indicated a long-term absence for the player.
- Brentford later confirmed Ilambo suffered a cruciate ligament injury, requiring months of recovery.
"I sent him a message" - Van Persie on contacting Ilambo.
This is a major blow for the youngster, who joined Brentford from Feyenoord in the summer transfer window.
Author's summary: Van Persie contacts Ilambo after injury.