Alidu Seidu ruled out for the season after ACL injury

Ghana defender Alidu has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a serious injury during his side’s Ligue 1 match against Lille on Sunday.

The Ghanaian international was forced off the pitch just 17 minutes into the game after landing awkwardly, resulting in a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee.

Despite receiving immediate treatment, Seidu was unable to continue and was replaced by Mikayil Faye. He was later seen on crutches, signalling the severity of the injury.

Seidu will undergo surgery in the coming days to repair the torn ACL, with the operation expected to rule him out for the rest of the season. A scan conducted after the match confirmed the extent of the damage.

Stade Rennais manager Jorge Sampaoli had acknowledged the injury’s seriousness, stating, “I can’t diagnose; we will do tests tomorrow.” And test confirmed he will not be able to play again this season.

Seidu’s absence is a significant blow for the club, where he had become a key figure since joining in January 2024. He had been in solid form, earning the September Player of the Month award and featuring in 11 matches this season.