Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has said Chris Basham’s lower-leg injury will not be career-ending.
He was carried off the pitch on a stretcher and has since confirmed he has had two operations on his leg.
“He will come back fit as a fiddle, that won’t take long.” said Heckingbottom.
“The surgeons are really happy with the work they have done, so there is no reason whatsoever [to believe Basham won’t return to action].”
Last Thursday, Basham posted on Instagram to say he was “trying to stay positive” and was “overwhelmed by the support” he had received.
Basham, who has also had spells at Blackpool and Bolton, was making his 394th appearance for United in the match against Fulham having joined the Blades in 2014.
“Everything has gone as well as it can,” added Heckingbottom.
“With an injury of that nature, everyone thinks of it because of how freakish it was and how horrible it looks, but you still get surgery and treated the same way.”
Sheffield United, who face Manchester United in their next match, will also be without John Egan and Tom Davies for Saturday’s fixture.
Egan suffered an Achilles injury at Craven Cottage, while Davies injured his thigh in training.
