Nottingham Forest midfielder Danilo suffered a severe leg injury just eight minutes into the Premier League season opener against Bournemouth on August 17, 2024. The incident occurred when he challenged for a ball in the air against Antoine Semenyo. See more of him here.
Upon landing, Danilo’s left leg appeared to buckle, leading to immediate distress and a call for medical assistance from both teammates and the referee, Michael Oliver.
Medical personnel attended to Danilo for several minutes as screens were erected around him to provide privacy. He was ultimately stretchered off the pitch to applause from the crowd, replaced by Ryan Yates. The injury has been described as a “horror leg break,” and it has been confirmed by Nottingham Forest’s manager, Nuno Espirito Santo, that Danilo suffered a broken ankle.
This injury represents a significant setback for both Danilo and Nottingham Forest, as he had recently been linked with potential transfers to clubs like Manchester United and AC Milan. His performance in the previous season had established him as a key player for the team, and his absence could impact the club’s plans moving forward.