Fulham captain Tom Cairney is expected to be sidelined until October following knee surgery. The 35-year-old midfielder underwent a minor procedure on his left knee on August 5, with the club confirming that he will begin a rehabilitation program in the coming weeks. Cairney is anticipated to return to training after the September international break.

Fulham issued a statement wishing Cairney a smooth recovery and expressing their eagerness for his return to the field. The timing of his absence means he will miss at least the initial stages of the Premier League season, which begins for Fulham with a home match against West London rivals Chelsea on August 24.

While the club has not provided specific details on the expected length of his downtime, the current projection suggests Cairney will not be available for selection until October. This development represents a setback for Fulham, as Cairney is a key figure in the midfield and serves as the team captain. The club will now rely on other squad members to fill the void during his recovery period.

There has been no indication of complications from the surgery, and the description of the procedure as minor offers some optimism about his eventual return to full fitness. Cairney’s progress through rehabilitation will be closely monitored in the coming weeks.