Portsmouth winger Josh Murphy faces an extended absence due to a recurring ankle injury. Manager John Mousinho has confirmed that Murphy is unlikely to return until the match against Stoke City on October 25. The 30-year-old has not played for the last four matches as he recovers from the injury.
Current Status of Josh Murphy
Mousinho has emphasized the importance of not rushing Murphy back into action. The club is closely monitoring his recovery process. “We’ve been very cautious with him,” said Mousinho. He pointed out that the focus remains on ensuring Murphy is fully fit before returning to the pitch.
- Potential return against Stoke on October 25
- Avoiding a rush back to ensure full recovery
- Last played in four matches ago
Injuries Impacting the Team
In addition to Murphy’s situation, several other players are also sidelined. There is “no imminent return” for:
- Callum Lang (hamstring injury)
- Nicolas Schmid (injured hand)
- Conor Shaughnessy (hamstring injury)
- Franco Umeh (leg injury, out for approximately four to five weeks)
Upcoming Matches and Performance Expectations
Portsmouth will face Leicester City on Saturday, looking to secure their second away win of the season. To date, they have gathered five points from away games, which amounts to over a third of what they achieved last season (14 points).
Mousinho remarked that the team’s playing style has evolved as they seek to improve their competitiveness away from home. “We are a bit more defined in terms of our playing style,” he said. This development has been a work in progress since last season, particularly after a challenging match against West Bromwich Albion.
Fans can stay updated on Portsmouth’s performance and hear more insights from Mousinho through the club’s segments on El-Balad.
