Injury blow for Auxerre

Auxerre full back Johan Radet is facing a six-month spell on the sidelines.

Auxerre full back Johan Radet is facing a six-month spell on the sidelines.

The defender played through the pain barrier in his past two matches before being examined by medical experts after complaining about his left knee.

The tests showed that the 27-year-old from La Fere has ruptured ligaments and requires an operation.

It is a major blow for Auxerre, who have started the season very well, as Radet's experience is vital after the summer exodus at Stade de l'Abbe-Deschamps.

The player himself is actually in the last year of his contract at Auxerre and will be equally frustrated by the injury setback.