Ghanaian defender Tariq Lamptey has suffered a major setback after sustaining an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during Fiorentina’s Serie A clash with Como on Sunday.
The right-back, who joined Fiorentina from Brighton earlier this summer, went down in the 20th minute while trying to control a pass. He landed awkwardly and immediately signalled for medical attention before being replaced by Fortini.
Fiorentina later confirmed that Lamptey had suffered an isolated ACL tear in his left knee. He has already undergone successful surgery conducted by Professor Mariani.
“Given the complex clinical picture, a diagnostic arthroscopy was performed, which confirmed the isolated laceration of the anterior cruciate ligament of the left knee. The reconstruction was successfully carried out, and the player will now begin his rehabilitation path,” the club stated.
The injury is a major blow for Lamptey, who was making his first Serie A start for Fiorentina. Since his move to Italy, he has only featured in two appearances, totalling 25 minutes.
He is expected to be sidelined for at least six months, ruling him out of most of the 2025/26 season. The setback also means he will miss Ghana’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against the Central African Republic and Comoros.
Lamptey’s absence is a significant loss for the Black Stars, depriving the national team of one of its most dynamic and versatile defenders ahead of critical fixtures.
