The reigning champion is seriously weakened just days before the championship starts. Nedim Remili is hindered to take part in the blue jersey with a calf injury, according to the federation website.
In a rapid, negative development Remili first appeared on the list of 18 selected players to start the journey for the group stage in Oslo. But further Tuesday news was devastating for the back court star.
– During his rehabilitation following his left thigh injury, Nedim experienced pain in the calf of the same left leg, requiring urgent examinations. Unfortunately, these revealed an acute lesion that contraindicates his participation in the European Championship, said the team doctor Emmanuel Bidet to the federation website.
Aymeric Zaepfel entered the squad after Remilis withdrawal. The super experienced 30-year-old spoke to his teammates after the injury update.
– Guys, we’ve worked hard to be in the best possible shape. I wish you all the best as you embark on something big. I’ll be with you from afar, but I wish you lots of happiness and joy as you go for it, he said according to the federation website.