But the midfielder who is looking forward again for more action after returning to action in the FA Cup tie at Palace on Sunday is looking forward to getting back to the pitch and help his team.
“It’s been very tough for me and I just want to try to forget about what has happened because it’s been one of the worst…well…two seasons for me. I had an injury, tried to come back, then another injury. It’s so annoying. You want to try to come back quicker but there is no short cut.
“It has been the hardest time of my career, to be honest. You start thinking ‘oh no, what is this?’ and that’s when the reality hits you. It’s a difficult moment and you are just burning inside to come back stronger. The only thing I could do is work extra hard and make sure I’m doing all the right things to get back on the pitch and help the team.
“Thankfully, I’m with good team-mates and they’ve all helped me and encouraged me to come back stronger. Hopefully, I can stay healthy now,” Wanyama is quoted by the club’s portal.
The injuries have restricted the former Celtic man to just 24 appearances (out of 55) in 2017/18 and only seven (of 36) this season.
On his return, Wanyama team’s loss to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup a result he termed as disappointing but one that gave him the required game time needed to work on his rhythm.
“It was a tough game but getting the minutes was good for me to get the feeling back, the feeling of how tough it is out there. I’ve missed playing, missed the games. I want to get into a rhythm as soon as possible and try to help the team. I just want to keep myself fit and finish the season stronger.
“I know I need to work even harder to get back into the team. It won’t be easy but with hard work, everything is possible. I feel good now and I’m looking forward.”