Concerns have been raised regarding a premature end to Erling Haaland’s season, with the Manchester City striker sporting a protective boot.

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• Striker forced off in quarter-final tie
• Left the Vitality Stadium on crutches
• No word on how long he will be out

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The prolific Norwegian frontman was forced out of City’s FA Cup quarter-final clash with Bournemouth. He took in an eventful afternoon at the Vitality Stadium, with goal number 30 of the campaign recorded after seeing an early penalty saved by Kepa Arrizabalaga.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Haaland was replaced just past the hour mark after picking up an ankle problem. He hobbled from the field, making way for match-winner Omar Marmoush, and was clearly in some discomfort as he headed off for medical treatment.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Questions were immediately asked of how serious said ailment is, with the rumour mill going into overdrive after Haaland was spotted cautiously making his way to City’s team bus on crutches and wearing a protective boot on his left leg.

• WHAT SUPPORTERS SAID

  Fans on social media have been quick to suggest that Haaland’s “season is officially over”, while others have claimed that City are “doomed” after seeing their top scorer laid low – with “so many wrongs” being endured in a “season to forget”.

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