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A player who's always getting hurt. Whether it's bad luck, poor training habits, or physical fragility, the pattern repeats. Clubs hesitate to invest heavily in injury-prone players because you can't rely on them. The label can be unfair when injuries are random, but some players genuinely seem to break down every few months.
Jack Wilshere's career became defined by being injury-prone - his talent was obvious when fit, but persistent ankle and knee problems meant he barely played after 2015, becoming a cautionary tale about careers derailed by persistent physical issues.
Robbie
Jan 31, 2026
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