Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne suffered a groin injury at Euro 2012 during the Republic of Ireland's campaign which required surgery, and is currently working his way back to fitness. Villa last month expressed their disappointment at the situation, but have now issued a clarification after appearing to criticise the standard of medical treatment received by the 32 year old.
A club statement said: "In a press release dated August 1, 2012, Aston Villa Football Club made a number of assertions and comments about the medical treatment received by Richard Dunne during his service with the Ireland team during the European Championships.
"We wish to acknowledge that Richard Dunne received the highest standard of medical care before and during the Championships and apologise to those involved in providing his treatment if any other impression was erroneously given."
