Former Manchester United defender Tuanzebe nearly loses finger in freak dishwashing accident

Former Manchester United defender Alex Tuanzebe, who now plays for Ipswich Town, has revealed a terrifying ordeal that could have ended his career. The 26-year-old came perilously close to losing a finger in a freak accident while washing dishes.

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Tuanzebe, who made 19 appearances for United and represented England at youth level, suffered a deep laceration to his thumb while doing the washing up. The injury was so severe that he required immediate medical attention and underwent surgery to save the digit.

The incident occurred just as Tuanzebe was settling into his new club, Ipswich Town, who compete in the English Championship. The defender has since returned to training but the full extent of his recovery time is still unknown.

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Speaking about the incident, Tuanzebe said, "It was a really scary moment. I thought I had lost my finger. I'm just grateful that the surgeons were able to save it."

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks that even professional athletes face, both on and off the pitch. Tuanzebe's experience has sparked a conversation about the importance of safety, even in everyday tasks.