20 Apr 2026 08:11:50
If Branthwaite has badly torn his hamstring again and weds another operation then I think we need to look to permanently replace him, he's great but can't stay fit. Reminds me of Ledley King.
20 Apr 2026 08:48:48
Or just give the lad time to fully recover. Best centre back we have. Still young and will only get better.
20 Apr 2026 09:42:20
Or we make sure we get a proper RB in that we have needed for some time, to allow OBrien to move to central defensive role to cover JB.
20 Apr 2026 09:57:24
I also thought of Ledley King when he got injured yesterday.
It is a worry, but he is a class player when fit. It's just not knowing if he is going to be like this all the time.
20 Apr 2026 10:13:43
Never going to fully recover after tears to hamstring and tendons. Scarring (fibrosis) builds up, resulting in loss of muscle elasticity. A very good player as he is, it means we are not going to get a full season out of him. Need a large squad of good players, and we have had years of neglect. It is going to take a couple of seasons.
21 Apr 2026 07:40:05
Full recovery from a hamstring tear is possible with proper treatment and rehabilitation, allowing most people to return to their previous activity levels, including high-level sports.
While minor tears heal in days, moderate to severe (grade 3) tears can take several months or even over a year to fully recover, with a high risk of re-injury if rehabilitation is rushed.
21 Apr 2026 08:35:44
KDH seems to have recovered well from his. So, can't blame the medical team. Could be a player issue? Hopefully it can be sorted. We have one of the best left-footed centre backs in the league.