West Brom winger Matt Phillips injury news shared by Doctor with February update
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West Brom winger Matt Phillips is expected out of training until at least February due to a hamstring tear, according to Dr Rajpal Brar.
The injury claims that based on Carlos Corberan’s initial comments, it looked like a Grade 2 injury would keep him out for a little over a month at the most.
However, an update emerged on 6 December, ruling him out for four months, which means an end of March first-team return may be on the cards.
Speaking exclusively with West Brom News about Phillips’ situation, Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and Sports Scientist, said:
“Based on initial comments and viewings, it sounded like a Grade 2 injury and those typically are two to six weeks depending on the injury specifics and player injury history.
“But then there was a fresh update from the club and it was probably the worst-case scenario happening for Phillips.
“He won’t be returning to training before February.“
Whenever fit, the 32-year-old has been among the first names on the team sheet for Corberan’s side.
This season, he’s featured on 19 occasions in the league and has returned with a tally of three goals and three assists to his name.
The Baggies secured a 2-0 win in his absence over Rotherham on 12 December, but it remains to be seen how they handle tougher tests and if they enter the market for a replacement.
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