In a recent update, Dinos Mavropanos has been officially ruled out of the upcoming match against Leeds United. Head Coach Nuno Espírito Santo confirmed that Mavropanos underwent a scan to evaluate the injury he sustained during the match against Brentford.
Mavropanos Injury Update
The Greek defender was substituted during the second half after being brought into the game at halftime. His withdrawal raised concerns about his fitness, which were addressed in a press conference on Wednesday afternoon.
Coach’s Assessment
- Nuno Espírito Santo stated, “Mavropanos is injured; he came off during the game.”
- The coach is uncertain about the duration of his absence, noting, “This game is not an option for us, unfortunately.”
- Mavropanos’s fitness will continue to be monitored closely after the scan results.
Other Team News
In addition to Mavropanos, forward Niclas Füllkrug and young midfielder George Earthy remain sidelined as they recover from their respective injuries. Meanwhile, Tomáš Souček is on the verge of a milestone—potentially making his 200th Premier League appearance against Leeds.
Match Day Information
The match against Leeds United is scheduled for Friday at 8 PM. The official starting XI will be announced 75 minutes before kickoff, which fans can check on El-Balad and the team’s official app.
