Gladbach's Kramer set for long absence after rupturing ankle ligaments
Borussia Monchengladbach have announced Christoph Kramer has suffered a serious ankle injury.
The 28-year-old Germany international is likely to miss several months of action after rupturing a ligament.
Gladbach revealed the news in a short statement posted on social media on Wednesday, saying Kramer "will be out for the next while".
Last season Kramer made 18 Bundesliga appearances for Gladbach, who finished fifth.
Christoph #Kramer has suffered a ruptured ankle ligament and will be out for the next while.
— Gladbach (@borussia_en) July 25, 2019
Get well soon! #DieFohlen pic.twitter.com/SPXNufbvGw