Darragh Lenihan: Middlesbrough defender to miss rest of Championship season after ankle operation

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Darragh Lenihan has captained Middlesbrough this season but is likely to miss the rest of the campaignImage source, Getty Images
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Darragh Lenihan's only goal since joining Middlesbrough came in September's 1-1 draw at Sheffield Wednesday

Defender Darragh Lenihan will likely miss the rest of Middlesbrough's Championship campaign following an operation on an ankle injury.

He last played in September's 2-1 win over Southampton, and has missed Boro's past eight league games.

Republic of Ireland centre-back Lenihan joined Boro from first professional club Blackburn Rovers in June 2022, and has since scored one goal in 53 games.

"Road to recovery begins today," the 29-year-old posted on social media.

"Gutted to be missing the rest of the season but I'll be helping the lads as best as I can from afar."

Lenihan has captained Boro on occasion, as he did at former club Rovers, and has four international caps.

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