Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Yerson Mosquera is on the long road to recovery after a significant knee injury cut his promising 2024/25 season short. The Colombian international, who suffered damage to both his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) in September 2024, is now targeting a return to training towards the end of the current pre-season.
The 24-year-old had made a strong start to the campaign, featuring in Wolves' starting lineup for the opening five Premier League matches. However, the serious injury brought his progress to an abrupt halt, leading to successful surgery in October of last year.
Despite the setback, both the club and the player have shown a firm commitment to the future. Mosquera penned a new five-year contract with Wolves, a clear indication of the club's long-term faith in his abilities. This move came after successful loan spells at FC Cincinnati in Major League Soccer and Villarreal in La Liga, where he gained valuable first-team experience.
In a recent feature on the official Wolverhampton Wanderers website, Mosquera spoke about the mental challenges of his recovery. "Losses are normal in the game. Losses happen in football and when you lose, you always grow," he stated, reflecting on his journey back to fitness. He emphasized the importance of staying mentally strong and prepared for his eventual return to the pitch.
While a definitive timeline for his first-team comeback remains unconfirmed, the focus for Mosquera is to reintegrate with the squad during the 2025/26 pre-season. Wolves fans will be eagerly anticipating the return of the talented center-back as they look ahead to the upcoming campaign. His journey back to full fitness will be a significant storyline for the club in the months to come.
