Northampton Saints star Tommy Freeman has seen his hopes of a British and Irish Lions call-up dashed after suffering a serious injury. The 21-year-old, who has enjoyed a breakthrough season, was forced off during a recent match and scans have confirmed the worst.
Freeman, who can play across the backline, had been tipped for a spot on the Lions tour after scoring 10 tries in his last 12 Premiership starts. However, the injury has ended his season prematurely and ruled him out of contention.
The former Leicester Tigers academy player, released as a teenager, had been set to face his old club in the play-offs. Instead, he faces a lengthy rehabilitation period.
Saints coach Chris Boyd expressed his disappointment, stating Freeman's progress had been remarkable. The club will now have to adjust their plans without their in-form back.
