Ben Foster has undergone surgery to repair a ruptured ligament in his right thumb, which means he will play no further part in the current campaign.The 26-year-old England international goalkeeper will be out for at least nine weeks before targeting a return for the Reds next season.
“It is big blow for Ben as not only will he miss the Champions League final but also England’s summer internationals," Sir Alex told ManUtd.com.
"Ben has tried to continue the season with this injury but it got so critical that an operation was the only way forward.
"It is disappointing for him but the important thing was to get this operation done.”
Foster has been desperately unlucky with injuries at United. After initially impressing in two loan stints with Watford he returned to undergo knee surgery.
He made nine appearances for the Reds in 2008/09, including his penalty heroics in the Carling Cup final.
If there is any meagre consolation in the timing of the injury, it is that Ben will have the summer months in which to recover and start afresh next term.
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