Aaron Bouwman out for a month with lung and sternum injury following Ruben van Bommel tackle
Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman is expected to miss a month of play after sustaining lung and sternum injuries in a collision with PSV's Ruben van Bommel during a match at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The incident, which resulted in only a yellow card for Van Bommel, has drawn criticism as the 19-year-old Haarlem native remains under medical observation.
Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman will be sidelined for the remainder of September following a severe collision with PSV attacker Ruben van Bommel during Saturday's Eredivisie match. The incident occurred at the Johan Cruijff Arena, resulting in a 1-3 victory for PSV but leaving the 19-year-old Haarlem native hospitalized with bruised lungs and a sternum injury. Although he was kept overnight for observation, medical staff expected him to be discharged by Sunday evening. Following the match, the decision to issue only a yellow card for the challenge faced significant criticism from observers, including refereeing officials who argued a red card would have been appropriate.
As a result of his injuries, Bouwman is set to miss upcoming league fixtures against Fortuna Sittard, Willem II, and Excelsior. He is expected to remain out of action for at least a month, with his recovery timeline keeping him sidelined until after the international break. The defender will focus on rehabilitation before potentially returning to the Ajax squad for European competition in October.
Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
