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Published on 2024-02-26 20:59:00
The 2023/24 Premier League season is well underway, with nearly three-quarters of the fixtures completed. The relentless pace of the top flight has taken its toll on players, resulting in a significant number of injuries across all 20 clubs. From minor knocks to season-ending surgeries, footballers at the highest level are not immune to the physical demands of the game.
At Arsenal, Jurrien Timber is facing an uncertain return date after suffering an ACL injury, while Thomas Partey and Oleksandr Zinchenko are expected to be out for a few days with muscle and calf issues respectively. Meanwhile, Aston Villa has been hit hard by injuries, with key players like Emi Buendia, Tyrone Mings, and Boubacar Kamara facing extended spells on the sidelines due to ACL injuries.
Bournemouth’s Tyler Adams has undergone hamstring surgery and will be out for four weeks, while James Hill is expected to miss two weeks of action due to an ankle problem. Brentford, on the other hand, has several players out with long-term injuries, including Josh Dasilva, who is facing an unknown return date after a significant knee issue.
Brighton is dealing with injuries to several key players, with Solly March and Jack Hinshelwood both facing unknown return dates due to knee and foot problems respectively. Burnley’s Luca Koleosho and Lyle Foster are both out for 11 weeks with knee and unspecified issues, while Everton’s Dele Alli has suffered a setback in his recovery from a groin issue.
Chelsea’s Reece James is expected to be out for four weeks after undergoing hamstring surgery, while the likes of Marc Cucurella, Lesley Ugochukwu, and Christopher Nkunku are also facing various injury concerns. Crystal Palace’s Rob Holding and Michael Olise are both expected to miss significant time with ankle and hamstring issues, adding to their injury woes this season.
Liverpool has been hit with a string of injuries, with key players like Thiago Alcantara, Joel Matip, and Trent Alexander-Arnold all facing uncertain return dates. Diogo Jota is out for seven weeks with an MCL injury, while Mohamed Salah and Curtis Jones are both sidelined with various issues. Meanwhile, Newcastle’s Joelinton is facing a 10-week spell on the sidelines after undergoing groin surgery.
Nottingham Forest’s Chris Wood is expected to miss four weeks with a hamstring strain, while the likes of Nuno Tavares and Willy Boly are also facing injury concerns. Sheffield United’s John Egan and Chris Basham are both out with long-term ankle injuries, while Tottenham’s Ryan Sessegnon and Manor Solomon are facing unknown return dates due to hamstring and meniscus issues.
Overall, injuries have been a common theme throughout the Premier League this season, affecting teams at all levels of the table. With several key players facing extended spells on the sidelines, clubs will have to rely on their squad depth to navigate through the remainder of the campaign. TalkSPORT.com will continue to provide updates on all 20 clubs’ injury statuses to keep fans informed throughout the season.
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