Oxford United will travel to Sheffield United this Sunday with three players facing injury concerns.
Tyler Goodrham and Przemyslaw Placheta had to leave the game against Ipswich early, while Nik Prelec missed the match due to injury.
Oxford United Team and Injury Updates for Sheffield Fixture
Matt Phillips – Thigh
No updates on Matt Phillips’ return. The 34-year-old midfielder has been sidelined since September.
Hidde ter Avest – Hamstring
Full-back Hidde ter Avest continues to recover from a hamstring injury. Brodie Spencer has stepped in, while Sam Long played recently, providing some depth at this position.
Ben Davies – Knock
Loaned defender Ben Davies remains unavailable due to a knock and has not played in any of the three matches under caretaker manager, Craig Short.
Nik Prelec – Groin
Forward Nik Prelec missed the Ipswich away match because of a groin injury. A timeline for his return is not yet available.
Tyler Goodrham – Ankle
Academy player Tyler Goodrham had to leave the match after just 22 minutes with an ankle injury.
Przemyslaw Placheta – Calf
Winger Przemyslaw Placheta was also substituted at halftime after experiencing calf discomfort, having recently returned from injury.
Players Close to Returning
Cameron Brannagan – Calf
Captain Cameron Brannagan is nearing a return but was not in the squad against Ipswich, making this upcoming game likely too early for him. However, he is the closest among the injured to being fit.
Sheffield United Injury Updates
Ben Mee – Hand
Former Burnley player Ben Mee had hand surgery at the beginning of December.
Chiedozie Ogbene – Hamstring
Chiedozie Ogbene, who represents the Republic of Ireland, suffered a hamstring injury while on international duty.
Sydie Peck – Calf
Young midfielder Sydie Peck is recovering from a calf injury sustained during a 4-0 loss against Stoke last month. Head coach Chris Wilder hopes he may return for the FA Cup match against Mansfield.
Tom Davies – Calf
Tom Davies, previously with Everton, is back in training after a calf injury but will not be rushed back, according to Wilder.
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