London, Dec 31 (AP) West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen will be sidelined indefinitely with a fractured left foot, the club said on Tuesday.

Bowen suffered the injury during Sunday's 5-0 loss to Premier League leader Liverpool and was substituted in the second half.

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“The injury to his left foot, picked up in the first half at London Stadium, will sideline the Hammers captain heading into the New Year,” West Ham said in a statement.

Bowen has been a key player for the Irons this season, scoring six goals in all competitions.

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He revealed he had sustained the injury during the first half, but tried to play on.

“As always I tried to fight on and continue playing until I physically couldn't,” Bowen wrote on Instagram.

“Injuries happen in football, but I'm already looking forward to getting back out there as soon as possible. See you all soon.” (AP)

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