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Boss Hopeful Star On Loan From Southampton Has Avoided Serious Injury

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Joshua Quarshie, a Southampton defender on loan at Sturm Graz, has suffered an ankle injury that Sturm Graz coach Fabio Ingolitsch hopes is not serious. Quarshie twisted his ankle in a tackle during a draw against SV Ried. Ingolitsch reported that Quarshie is in pain, but the ligaments appear stable.

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Joshua Quarshie, a Southampton defender on loan at Sturm Graz, has suffered an ankle injury that Sturm Graz coach Fabio Ingolitsch hopes is not serious. Quarshie twisted his ankle in a tackle during a draw against SV Ried. Ingolitsch reported that Quarshie is in pain, but the ligaments appear stable. Quarshie has become a regular for Sturm Graz, making ten appearances this season.

Ingolitsch expressed cautious optimism about Quarshie's condition, stating that he hopes Quarshie has not suffered major damage. Ingolitsch's comments to Sky Sport Austria reflected his concern for Quarshie's injury, while also noting the stability of the ligaments.

Quarshie's loan deal with Sturm Graz has no option to buy, and he is under contract with Southampton until 2029. His performances in Austria could strengthen his case for a role at Southampton next term, as the club gears up for a promotion push.

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Southampton defender Joshua Quarshie has suffered an injury while on loan at Sturm Graz, with head coach Fabio Ingolitsch hopeful that he has not ‘suffered major damage’. The 22-year-old arrived at St Mary’s in the summer of 2025, joining Saints on a four-year contract. Last season, the centre-back largely played a supporting role, making 18 appearances across all competitions, but earning just eleven league starts. Add Inside Futbol as a preferred source on Google. One of his standout moments came at Anfield against Liverpool, where he provided an assist in the EFL Cup third round despite Southampton suffering a 2-1 defeat.

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