JOE ALLEN is set to miss out on Euro 2020 after the Welsh star suffered a ruptured Achilles.
The 29-year-old midfielder is out for the rest of the season after being stretchered off in Stoke City’s 5-1 Championship win over on Hull on Saturday.
He went down after being tripped by Dan Batty on the stroke of half time.
The midfielder is now due to undergo surgery this week before beginning the long road back to recovery.
And his absence for the summer showpiece will be a huge blow to Wales boss Ryan Giggs.
Stoke manager Michael O’Neill confirmed the sad news after his team had moved three points clear of the drop zone.
He said: “He’s ruptured his Achilles, he had to be helped off at half time.
“You fear the worst, you hope for the player it is not the case, but the news is not what we hoped for and he will need surgery this week.
“It’s a huge loss, he’s a terrific player and a terrific lad.
“I am gutted for him, he had so much to look forward to with Euro 2020 as well.
“I am gutted for the player and it takes the shine off a 5-1 victory.”
Euro 2020 will be Wales’ third-ever appearance at a major finals.
Allen played a key role in helping his nation to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2016.
