Maloney Out For Nine Months

Last updated : 24 February 2004 By Kevin Smith
Celtic tonight received the sad news that young striker Shaun Maloney will be
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out of footballing action for the next nine months.

The 21-year old ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament, after only five minutes of Celtic's Under 21 fixture against Partick Thistle on Monday night.

Maloney has been pushing for a first team slot all season, making regular substitute appearances, and has scored six goals so far this season.

At a time when Henrik Larsson is due to leave, and our need for a fully fit squad, Maloney's long term injury could not have come at a worse time.

Celtic-Mad wishes Shaun Maloney all the best, here's hoping for a speedy recovery!