Jordan Nobbs is in danger of missing next summer’s World Cup after sustaining a serious knee injury.
Arsenal announced on Monday that the England playmaker suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament injury during Sunday’s clash with Everton.
“Everyone at the club wishes Jordan a speedy recovery and will give their full support in her journey back to full fitness,” a statement read.
Such injuries can often take up to nine months to heal, meaning the 25-year-old could struggle to be fit enough to make Phil Neville’s squad for the tournament in France.
Nobbs has won 53 caps for the Lionesses, scoring seven goals.
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