The intensity and sheer volume of football matches these days mean injuries are a more regular occurrence than ever in the Premier League.
Those in European competition are forced to juggle domestic and continental commitments, further draining their depleted batteries, while even the clubs spared midweek excursions are at risk of a bad bout of injury misfortune.
As the campaign nears its conclusion and the stakes are raised, every manager wants their squad at full-strength for the run-in. However, none boast that luxury.
Here is the latest Premier League injury news ahead of Gameweek 28.
Arsenal
There was little to cause distress for the travelling Arsenal supporters at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last weekend, but the early withdrawal of Bukayo Saka through injury was an unwanted sight during their 4–1 demolition of Spurs. It certainly didn’t appear a significant issue for the Englishman, who walked off with ease, but he remains a doubt for the upcoming clash with Chelsea.
The same uncertainty surrounds Ben White and Kai Havertz, both of whom were unavailable for the north London derby. They appear likely to return after knocks, especially given the importance of Sunday’s game, but their comebacks are not guaranteed.
Arsenal currently have just two confirmed absentees for Chelsea’s visit, with Max Dowman and Mikel Merino residing in the treatment room.
Chelsea
Chelsea are certain to have four absentees through fitness issues for the trip to the Emirates Stadium, with left back Marc Cucurella having recently joined an extensive injury list. Much like clubmate Jamie Gittens, he will miss out with a hamstring problem.
Levi Colwill has been absent for the entire season with an ACL injury, while various ailments have robbed Dário Essugo of his Premier League debut—the summer recruit is back training but unlikely to feature.
There are doubts over Filip Jörgensen and Estêvão, too. The latter’s speed and impact from the bench would be missed against Arsenal if the hamstring complaint that ruled him out of the Burnley draw last weekend sidelines him once again.
Liverpool
Liverpool struggled without the creativity of Florian Wirtz in their fortuitous 1–0 win at Nottingham Forest, the German injuring his back during the warm-up at the City Ground. Arne Slot had initially expected him back in time for Saturday’s meeting with West Ham United but has now admitted he has “no idea” when we will see Wirtz again.
Jeremie Frimpong could also make his return against the Hammers after missing the last five games with a groin injury. Fellow right back Conor Bradley won’t, however, as he’s out for the season, while emergency option Wataru Endo is also sidelined.
Alexander Isak is expected to return around the March international break after breaking his leg just before Christmas, but his comeback remains some way in the distance. Young defender Giovanni Leoni is another long-term absentee after tearing his ACL on his debut.
Manchester CIty
Man City’s Croatian contingent is currently residing on the sidelines as long-term injuries to Joško Gvardiol and Mateo Kovačić continue to restrict Pep Guardiola’s options in defense and midfield respectively.
Max Alleyne remains a doubt after being withdrawn in the first half of City’s FA Cup fourth round win over Salford City, while Jérémy Doku is not guaranteed to make his comeback in the weekend’s trip to Leeds United.
Manchester United
Lisandro Martínez was absent for Manchester United’s narrow 1–0 win at Everton on Monday night, the Argentine potentially missing the upcoming visit from Crystal Palace this Sunday, too—the fixture in which he tore his ACL last February.
Michael Carrick is also without Matthijs de Ligt, who has been absent since the end of November, meaning he’s light of options at center back. Versatile left back Patrick Dorgu is on the treatment table as well.
Mason Mount is nearing his return from injury but it remains to be seen whether he will be fit for the weekend.
Premier League Injuries Ahead of Gameweek 28
Arsenal
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Kai Havertz | Muscle | Doubt |
| Bukayo Saka | Knock | Doubt |
| Ben White | Knock | Doubt |
| Max Dowman | Ankle | Out |
| Mikel Merino | Foot | Out |
Aston Villa
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Alysson | Knock | Doubt |
| Harvey Elliott | Knock | Doubt |
| Boubacar Kamara | Knee | Out |
| John McGinn | Knee | Out |
| Youri Tielemans | Ankle | Out |
Bournemouth
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Matai Akinmboni | Fitness | Doubt |
| Lewis Cook | Hamstring | Out |
| Ben Gannon-Doak | Hamstring | Out |
| Justin Kluivert | Knee | Out |
| Julio Soler | Hamstring | Out |
Brentford
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Hickey | Knock | Doubt |
| Michael Kayode | Knock | Doubt |
| Fábio Carvalho | Knee | Out |
| Josh Dasilva | Knee | Out |
| Antoni Milambo | Knee | Out |
Brighton & Hove Albion
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Yasin Ayari | Shoulder | Doubt |
| Solly March | Fitness | Doubt |
| Stefanos Tzimas | Knee | Out |
| Adam Webster | Knee | Out |
Burnley
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Zeki Amdouni | Knee | Out |
| Jordan Beyer | Hamstring | Out |
| Armando Broja | Knock | Out |
| Josh Cullen | Knee | Out |
| Connor Roberts | Achilles | Out |
| Mike Trésor | Ankle | Out |
| Axel Tuanzebe | Achilles | Out |
Chelsea
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Estêvão | Hamstring | Doubt |
| Filip Jörgensen | Knock | Doubt |
| Dário Essugo | Knock | Out |
| Levi Colwill | Knee | Out |
| Marc Cucurella | Hamstring | Out |
| Jamie Gittens | Hamstring | Out |
Crystal Palace
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Maxence Lacroix | Thigh | Doubt |
| Cheick Doucouré | Knee | Out |
| Jefferson Lerma | Hamstring | Out |
| Jean-Philippe Mateta | Knee | Out |
| Eddie Nketiah | Hamstring | Out |
Everton
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Travers | Hand | Doubt |
| Carlos Alcaraz | Knock | Out |
| Jack Grealish | Foot | Out |
Fulham
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sasa Lukić | Hamstring | Doubt |
| Antonee Robinson | Ankle | Doubt |
| Kevin | Knock | Doubt |
| Samuel Chukwueze | Calf | Out |
Leeds United
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Noah Okafor | Hamstring | Out |
Liverpool
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremie Frimpong | Groin | Doubt |
| Florian Wirtz | Back | Doubt |
| Stefan Bajčetić | Hamstring | Out |
| Connor Bradley | Knee | Out |
| Jayden Danns | Hamstring | Out |
| Wataru Endo | Foot | Out |
| Alexander Isak | Ankle | Out |
| Giovanni Leoni | Knee | Out |
Manchester City
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Max Alleyne | Knock | Doubt |
| Jérémy Doku | Calf | Doubt |
| Joško Gvardiol | Leg | Out |
| Mateo Kovačić | Ankle | Out |
Manchester United
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lisandro Martínez | Calf | Doubt |
| Mason Mount | Knock | Doubt |
| Matthijs de Ligt | Back | Out |
| Patrick Dorgu | Hamstring | Out |
Newcastle United
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Ramsey | Hamstring | Doubt |
| Bruno Guimarães | Hamstring | Out |
| Emil Krafth | Knee | Out |
| Tino Livramento | Hamstring | Out |
| Lewis Miley | Leg | Out |
| Fabian Schär | Ankle | Out |
Nottingham Forest
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Willy Boly | Knee | Out |
| Nicolò Savona | Knee | Out |
| Matz Sels | Groin | Out |
| John Victor | Knee | Out |
| Chris Wood | Knee | Out |
Sunderland
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jocelin Ta Bi | Ankle | Doubt |
| Brian Brobbey | Knock | Doubt |
| Dennis Cirkin | Knock | Doubt |
| Nordi Mukiele | Calf | Doubt |
| Romaine Mundle | Knock | Doubt |
| Bertrand Traoré | Knee | Doubt |
| Reinildo | Knee | Out |
Tottenham Hotspur
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Pedro Porro | Hamstring | Doubt |
| Rodrigo Bentancur | Hamstring | Out |
| Lucas Bergvall | Ankle | Out |
| Kevin Danso | Foot | Out |
| Ben Davies | Ankle | Out |
| Mohammed Kudus | Thigh | Out |
| Dejan Kulusevski | Knee | Out |
| James Maddison | Knee | Out |
| Wilson Odobert | Knee | Out |
| Destiny Udogie | Hamstring | Out |
West Ham United
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Pablo Felipe | Calf | Out |
| Łukasz Fabiański | Back | Out |
Wolverhampton Wanderers
| Player | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Leon Chiwome | Knee | Out |
| Hwang Hee-chan | Calf | Out |
Other Key Injuries
Tottenham’s surprise entrance into the relegation battle has been partly caused by a ridiculous amount of bad luck in the injury department. Nine players are certain to miss Gameweek 28, including the likes of Mohammed Kudus, James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur.
Brazilian enforcer Bruno Guimarães remains a major miss for Newcastle United as they chase continental qualification, while their fierce local rivals Sunderland might be forced to cope without Brian Brobbey and Nordi Mukiele for the upcoming clash with Bournemouth as they seek to leapfrog the Magpies.
Aston Villa’s decline can be attributed to the absence of their midfield trio of John McGinn, Youri Tielemans and Boubacar Kamara, with Unai Emery’s engine room stretched for this Friday’s Midlands derby against last-placed Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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This article was originally published on www.si.com as Premier League Injuries for Gameweek 28: Wirtz, Saka Among Possible Absentees.
