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Young Sydney FC star Rhyan Grant has been ruled out for the rest of the A-League season after injuring his knee in Saturday's loss to cross-town rivals Western Sydney.
The 22-year-old utility ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament in the second half of the derby and will undergo surgery on Friday.
Grant joins fellow midfielders Peter Triantis (osteitis pubis) and Terry Antonis (thigh) on the Sky Blues' long-term injury list.
"It's disappointing for Rhyan but he is a strong and tough character, so I have no doubt he has the ability to come back and come back an even better player," coach Frank Farina said in a statement on Monday.
"He will be well looked after and providing he follows the advice he is given, he'll have no problems returning to the park."
Despite the lengthy spell on the sidelines, Grant remains optimistic and has vowed to come back fitter and stronger.
"It's a long road ahead but I'm positive and looking forward to getting back on my feet," he said.
"A number of the boys have suffered the same injury during their careers so I'm more than confident I will be able to return fitter and stronger.
"It's a blow but the physio staff at Sydney FC have been first class and I'm eager to begin my recovery as soon as possible."
A calf injury still has captain Alessandro Del Piero in doubt for the Sky Blues' clash with Perth Glory on Sunday.
AAP
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