Colby Bishop, the striker for Portsmouth, is set to have surgery following a routine heart scan conducted during pre-season that indicated a “potential risk” to his health.
The 27-year-old made 48 appearances and netted 21 goals last season, contributing significantly to Portsmouth’s promotion to the Championship as League One champions.
According to a statement from the club, after consulting with cardiologists, the medical staff, and Bishop, it was determined that immediate surgery would be the most appropriate course of action.
The club has not provided a timeline for Bishop’s return, noting that they will share updates “once his rehabilitation programme has been established”.
“This has been an incredibly uncertain period for me, my wife, and our new baby — certainly not the start to the season I anticipated upon receiving this news,” Bishop expressed on the club’s website., external
“Even in these challenging circumstances, I am very thankful to have been referred to a leading expert for a pioneering procedure that aims to restore my full fitness.
“I want to extend my gratitude to everyone at Portsmouth for their unwavering support. I eagerly anticipate playing for all of you at Fratton Park upon my return.”
Bishop joined Portsmouth from Accrington Stanley in 2022, scoring 45 goals in 100 appearances for the club, and has been their top scorer in both of his seasons thus far.
