Fenerbahce midfielder Fred suffers from tear in thigh tendon

By Can Erozden

Fenerbahce's Brazilian midfielder Fred has suffered a thigh tendon rupture, the Turkish football powerhouse confirmed on Monday.

In a statement, Fenerbahce said that Fred, 30, a former Manchester United player, was injured during Sunday's Turkish Super Lig match against Yilport Samsunspor. Afterwards an MRI scan diagnosed him with a thigh tendon tear in his right leg.

Fred, a Fenerbahce regular who was subbed out after getting injured during the match, has started his treatment, the club added.

Fenerbahce were held to a 1-1 home draw with Samsunspor, a disappointing result for the title contenders.

Fred is expected to be out of action for at least a month.

Fred joined Fenerbahce last August from England's Manchester United.

He made six assists in 21 matches for Fenerbahce.

Fenerbahce have 54 points to lead the Turkish top-flight league on goal difference, as they are battling archrivals and defending champions Galatasaray, who have the same points but scored less.