Wales' Wes Burns Says Craig Bellamy's Support Was Crucial After Serious Injury
The winger hopes to repay his manager's backing during a long layoff with strong performances in the Nations League.
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Wales winger Wes Burns has said that the support he received from manager Craig Bellamy during a serious injury was crucial to his recovery, and that he hopes to repay that backing with strong performances in the Nations League.
Burns spent an extended period on the sidelines because of the injury, a spell during which he credited Bellamy with helping him stay focused on his return to the national team setup.
With Wales now competing in the Nations League, Burns said he is looking to make an impact on the pitch as a way of showing his gratitude for the manager's support throughout his recovery.
The exact nature and duration of the injury were not detailed in the reported comments, but Burns's return to contention comes as Bellamy continues to shape his squad for the Nations League campaign.
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