“Baseless and ill-informed outrage for the purposes of personal social media traction serves no one — least of all the injured player. We call on these influential voices to show the same respect for player welfare that they often demand from others. Let concern come before commentary.

The Nigerian international sustained the injury late in the 2-2 draw at the City Ground, after colliding with the post.

A Forest statement on Tuesday morning read: "The club can confirm Taiwo Awoniyi has undergone urgent surgery following an abdominal injury sustained during Sunday's match against Leicester City. "Everyone at Nottingham Forest sends their best wishes to Taiwo. The club will provide further updates when appropriate."