Middlesbrough Injury Update: Leo Castledine Setback, Sammy Silvera Recovery Timeline Confirmed
Middlesbrough’s injury report has brought both disappointing updates and positive news as the team prepares for their upcoming match against Oxford United on February 20, 2026.
Middlesbrough Injury Update: Leo Castledine and Sammy Silvera
Leo Castledine’s Setback
Manager Kim Hellberg has confirmed that Leo Castledine has sustained a setback in his recovery from injury. Unfortunately, this means he will not be available for the game against Oxford this weekend.
Castledine, who joined Middlesbrough from Chelsea in January, had shown promise in his initial performances. He impressed fans in his first start against Preston North End but has been sidelined for the last three matches.
Sammy Silvera’s Recovery Timeline
In another significant update, Hellberg revealed that Sammy Silvera is dealing with a stress fracture. This injury will keep him out of action until around the March international break. Silvera had previously been instrumental for Boro but recently missed two games due to this issue.
Silvera disclosed in an Instagram post that he sustained his injury during a match against Fulham, even though he continued to play in subsequent games.
Team Outlook and Positive News
Despite the setbacks, there’s some optimism on the injury front. Tommy Conway emerged from a recent game against Coventry City without severe injuries. Although he experienced discomfort during the match, he has been training fully this week.
- Tommy Conway: No serious issues, participated in all training sessions.
- Leo Castledine: Out for Oxford match due to injury setback.
- Sammy Silvera: Out until March due to a stress fracture.
Hellberg remains hopeful about these players returning stronger. He emphasized the importance of Silvera to the squad, noting his energy and contributions on the pitch.
As Middlesbrough prepares for the clash against Oxford, fans will be keeping a close eye on the recovery of these key players.
