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Injured Burnley striker makes his return in academy outing following four-month absence
The 23-year-old has been sidelined for the last four months with a serious hamstring injury, which required surgery.
The striker suffered the blow while away on international duty with the Republic of Ireland back in June.
“Scans have shown Michael Obafemi suffered a hamstring injury during his recent international outing,” the Clarets said in a statement.
“The 22 year old picked up the injury while away on international duty playing for Ireland against Gibraltar and was substituted just before the hour mark.
“The Dublin-born striker, who signed permanently for the clarets at the start of this month, played 14 times for Burnley last season, scoring against Watford and Huddersfield Town.
“Everyone at the club wishes him a speedy recovery
Obafemi made 14 appearances for Vincent Kompany’s side during the second half of the season after joining on loan from Swansea in January.
The move from South Wales was made permanent once the season came to an end.
But Obafemi’s cruel setback leaves Kompany light on options in the forward department having already lost the experience of Ashley Barnes.
The 33-year-old’s contract at Turf Moor wasn’t renewed at the end of last season and he’s since signed for Norwich City.
Lyle Foster and Jay Rodriguez are also part of Burnley’s squad, but it could be an area where the Clarets look to strengthen.
