Defender Daniel Amartey's injury could force Danny Simpson to stay at Leicester City in January.
Simpson was reported to be on his way out of the club following limited play time this season.
But the injury to Amartey could see the ex-Manchester United right back extend his stay at the club beyond the winter transfer window.
Manager, Claude Puel had wanted to cut the size of his squad before the January transfer window but insists they would have to do with the current team due to injuries to some top players.
“I think we have a squad with a lot of players,” Puel has said.
“We need to reduce a little the squad because we need to give game-time for some players and keep all the time a good mentality and positive attitude.
“We won't make any decision at the moment for the future.
“We have our focus and concentration on this time with the team and all the games we have to play in December and January.
“After we will see if some players leave the club.”
Daniel Amartey suffered a n injury whiles playing for Leicester iun their premier league draw against West Ham two months ago.