West Ham United faces a challenging match against Newcastle United as they will be without three injured players. Coach Nuno Espírito Santo confirmed in a pre-match press conference that Dinos Mavropanos, Ollie Scarles, and Niclas Füllkrug will miss this key fixture.
Injury Updates Ahead of Newcastle Clash
Mavropanos, a defender from Greece, is recovering from a leg injury sustained during a home game against Brentford on October 20. His return seems promising as he has started his fitness program and participated in training sessions at Rush Green.
Füllkrug, a forward from Germany, has been unavailable since his early substitution in the away match against Arsenal on October 4. Although he has started to train on the pitch, he has not yet integrated with the team.
Scarles, who recently underwent surgery for a broken collarbone sustained in the away game at Leeds United on October 24, will be sidelined for a longer period. Coach Nuno stated that while Scarles is out of action, he can still engage in some conditioning work.
Expected Timelines for Player Returns
- Dinos Mavropanos: Expected to be back in a couple of weeks.
- Ollie Scarles: Recovery ongoing after surgery; timeline for return is uncertain.
- Niclas Füllkrug: Aiming for a quick return, but no specific date yet.
As West Ham prepares for this crucial Premier League match, it remains unclear whether Nuno will adjust his starting lineup. Players like Mateus Fernandes, who scored in the recent match against Leeds, may be contenders for a starting position alongside Callum Wilson, Freddie Potts, Soungoutou Magassa, and Kyle Walker-Peters, all of whom provided impactful performances off the bench.
Conclusion
With injuries sidelining key players, West Ham United’s strategy against Newcastle United will be crucial. The management remains hopeful for a quick recovery for Mavropanos and Füllkrug, while Scarles focuses on rehabilitation.
