Leicester City staged a thrilling comeback at the King Power Stadium on Sunday, rallying from two goals down to draw 2-2 against Brighton & Hove Albion in a Premier League clash.

Late strikes from Bobby De Cordova-Reid and captain Jamie Vardy ensured the Foxes earned a valuable point.

However, the joy was dampened as Leicester suffered a significant setback with Wilfred Ndidi limping off due to a hamstring injury.

The Nigerian midfielder, who has been a key figure for Ruud van Nistelrooy’s squad this season, was forced off in the 52nd minute following a crucial challenge on Brighton’s Georginio Rutter.

Ndidi was replaced by Oliver Skipp, leaving Leicester City short on midfield options ahead of their challenging trip to Newcastle.

Ndidi had delivered another solid performance before his abrupt exit. The 27-year-old showcased his usual precision and defensive strength, maintaining his reputation as a linchpin in Leicester’s midfield.

In his post-match press conference, manager Ruud van Nistelrooy expressed his concerns about Ndidi’s condition.

“Wilf, when he comes off you know there’s a problem. I hope it’s minor. He felt a slight strain in the hamstring. Hopefully it’s not too much.

We’ll see how quick we can get him back.”

The extent of Ndidi’s injury remains uncertain, with further assessments expected in the coming days.

This season, Ndidi has been an ever-present force for Leicester, featuring in all 16 Premier League games, scoring once, and providing four assists.

His consistency, averaging 80 minutes per game, underscores his importance to the Foxes’ campaign.

Leicester will now anxiously await updates on Ndidi’s condition as they prepare for their next fixture against Newcastle, where his absence could pose a significant challenge.