Oliver Glasner, head coach, confirmed that one of his recent signings will miss the upcoming match against Leicester City due to injury. Although the player’s specific identity wasn’t disclosed, the absence is notable ahead of the crucial fixture. On a positive note, Adam Wharton, a midfielder who had been withdrawn from the England Under-21 squad earlier due to fitness concerns, is fully recovered and will be available for the match. Wharton resumed full training with the squad this week, and his presence will boost the team’s midfield options.
However, another player, Trevoh Chalobah, will also miss out due to an injury sustained during his first training session with the team. Chalobah suffered an abdominal injury, which has sidelined him from this match and potentially from the next few games as well. Glasner expressed that Chalobah’s absence might not be long-term, suggesting that he could be fit enough to return for upcoming matches against Queens Park Rangers or Manchester United. While his injury is unexpected and strange, it is not considered serious.
Additionally, Chadi Riad, another squad member, is set to miss an extended period due to a knee injury that will keep him out for around 8 to 12 weeks. This adds to the growing list of injured players Glasner is dealing with, putting more pressure on the rest of the squad as they approach the next set of fixtures.
Despite these challenges, Glasner remains optimistic, especially with Wharton back in action. The team’s focus is now on ensuring other key players stay fit and maintaining momentum in their campaign. While the injuries present hurdles, Wharton’s return and Glasner’s strategic adjustments will be crucial as they prepare to face Leicester and beyond.