Davies facing his toughest fight yet
DERBY County defender Curtis Davies says he will “fight to save” his career, after rupturing his right Achilles tendon.
The 35-year-old was carried off on a stretcher during the Rams’ goalless draw at Brentford a week ago.
He has seen a specialist and is due to undergo surgery on Monday, then face a long spell on the sidelines.
Rams interim boss Wayne Rooney would not put a time scale on Davies’ recovery.
But the defender says he is ready to face the “colossal” challenge of returning to fitness head on.
Posting on Twitter, Davies said: “Thanks for all the well wishes regarding my injury. Sorry I have been silent but it was best to see the specialist and have the plan in place before saying anything publicly.
“Unfortunately, I can confirm that I have ruptured my right Achilles tendon... and will be sidelined the rest of the season.
“I’ve gone through the emotions of sadness, frustration and disappointment, but I’m now focusing forward on what I can control. Thanks again for all your support!”
Davies also tweeted a link to his blog, where he wrote: “After rupturing my left Achilles tendon twice (2008 and 2018), I’m all too familiar with what I’m about to go through over the weeks and months, through surgery and rehab. But this time I find myself two years older and out of contract.
“The task has never been so colossal, but it’s one that I’m ready to take on head first (like in games) and fight to save my career.”
He added: “To represent myself and this football club to the very best of my ability, both on and off the field. These are characteristics that are ingrained in me.
“Now people may say it’s time to give up. At 36 come the end of the season, it could maybe be considered the logical thing to do. But anybody who knows me, knows that I won’t give up without a fight. And it starts now!”