Brian Brobbey
SUN
Center Forward
Poacher
Feb 1, 2002 (24)
Right
5'11"
172 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Closing in on return this week
Brobbey (hamstring) is expected to return to action this week after being held out of Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Bournemouth as a precaution, according to coach Regis Le Bris, per Scott Wilson of the Northern Echo. "We decided to not rush the process. He is in a good place. He has trained with the squad all week now, but after a hamstring injury it is still important to stay cautious. We have delayed the game time a little bit, but probably next week we will see him if everything is going right."
Analysis: Brobbey is nearing his return after suffering a hamstring injury while representing the Netherlands during the international break. The Dutch striker has resumed full team training and was an unused substitute during Thursday's 2-1 Europa League victory over SCU Torreense, but Sunderland opted to leave him out of Sunday's squad against Bournemouth to avoid a potential setback. Coach Le Bris has now indicated that Brobbey could return for Thursday's Europa League clash against Lech Poznan or Sunday's Premier League meeting with Leeds United, provided he continues progressing without setbacks. The forward has scored three goals across five Premier League appearances this season, all coming against Manchester City on Sept. 20. With Wilson Isidor also sidelined, Timur Tutierov was forced to lead the attack against Bournemouth, making Brobbey's potential return particularly important for Sunderland's offensive options. However, his recent absence could result in a cautious reintegration, potentially limiting him to substitute minutes initially.
Left out of squad against Bournemouth
Brobbey (hamstring) has been omitted from Sunderland's squad for Sunday's Premier League clash against Bournemouth despite recently returning to full team training.
Analysis: Brobbey remains unavailable after suffering a hamstring injury while representing the Netherlands during the international break. The Dutch striker missed the defeat against Brighton before returning to the bench for Thursday's Europa League victory over SCU Torreense, although he did not feature. Despite coach Regis Le Bris previously indicating that he was ready to play, Brobbey has not been included in Sunday's squad. The forward has scored three goals in five Premier League appearances this season, all against Manchester City on Sept. 20. With Wilson Isidor also sidelined, Timur Tutierov has been handed the starting role up front against Bournemouth.
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