- BREAKING: Wrexham hit by major blow as Issa Kaboré ruled out for the rest of 2025 following a serious injury on international duty.
Wrexham AFC has confirmed that their on-loan right-back Issa Kaboré, currently on loan from Manchester City, will be unavailable for the remainder of 2025 after suffering a serious injury while representing Burkina Faso in a friendly match.
The injury occurred during Burkina Faso’s friendly against Benin, a match the Étalo ns won 3–0. The severity of the injury has triggered deep concern at the Racecourse, especially given how influential Kaboré had been since his move.
Kaboré, 24, joined Wrexham on a season-long loan from Manchester City in September 2025. His arrival was met with optimism: known for his pace, energy, and defensive solidity, he had quickly become a key piece in manager Phil Parkinson’s plans. Indeed, before his injury, he had started in every match across his first ten appearances, underlining his importance to the newly promoted Championship side.
Parkinson expressed deep regret on the setback, noting that while the call from the physio back home was always going to be tough, it’s a risk when players travel long distances for international duty. He stressed that Kaboré’s character is a big loss for the squad, calling him “a great character to have with us,” and insisted the club would do everything possible to get him back.
The recovery plan reportedly involves a combination of treatment from Manchester City (Kaboré reportedly lives close to their training ground) as well as Wrexham’s own medical staff. Parkinson acknowledged that while the Africa Cup of Nations looms, getting Kaboré back to full fitness will be “touch and go.”
For Wrexham, the timeline is harsh. Losing their first-choice wing-back for an extended period is a blow not just on the field, but psychologically. Kaboré’s dynamic style — his ability to burst forward, defend with intensity, and supply assists — made him a vital outlet in Parkinson’s 3-5-2 system.
The club now faces a crucial decision: who to plug in at right wing-back for the rest of the year. Depth will be tested, and alternative options will need to step up. At the same time, talks over a permanent deal may be complicated by this injury, although Wrexham have previously expressed strong interest in keeping him beyond his loan.
From a broader perspective, this also raises tough questions about the risk of long-distance international travel for players. Parkinson hinted at this, saying that travelling so far increases the danger of injuries — and that this is something clubs must weigh carefully as they loan out talent.
For Kaboré himself, this is a deeply frustrating moment. He had started strongly with Wrexham, earning praise from fans and media alike. He had been viewed as a long-term asset, either for Wrexham or potentially back with Manchester City.
In the short term, all eyes will be on his recovery. Wrexham’s medical team, in collaboration with City’s staff, will no doubt map out a rehabilitation programme. Whether he can return to the same high-energy, attacking wing-back role remains to be seen.
For Wrexham fans, the message from Parkinson is hopeful: “We’ll get him back.” But the road ahead is uncertain — and the loss of Kaboré for the rest of 2025 is a storyline that could shape Wrexham’s campaign in dramatic fashion.
If you like, I can pull together projected replacements for Kaboré in Wrexham’s squad or analyse how this injury might affect their season — do you want me to do that?
