Sekhukhune United coach Brandon Truter has given a positive injury update concerning the club’s captain Linda Mntambo.
Truter revealed that the captain is close to returning to action following an injury setback.
Mntambo has been key for Babina Noko in the midfield this season after joining them from Soweto giants Orlando Pirates. However, after the FIFA World Cup break, Mntambo has been missing from action.
Last week, this publication revealed that Mntambo was sidelined with an injury, that’s why he has been absent.
TRUTER GIVES LINDA MNTAMBO INJURY UPDATE
“We still have a few players that are in the final phase of the rehab programme specifically Linda [Mntambo] who is getting there slowly but surely,” Truter told the club’s media department.
“At this stage, but he’s not ready [to play] yet. We need to look at match minutes to manage him, the pain is better, and the swelling is down.
“The physio, the medical team is happy with the progress he’s making and I can’t wait to have him back.”
Truter further revealed why it will be a boost to welcome back and have a fit Mntambo in his team. He also added the advantages of having a fully fit squad.
“He’s a big player to us, a key player in our system, he’s the captain of the club of the club as well. Welcoming him back will be a massive plus for us.
“There are a quite few guys that can add value to the current team and bring competition, even raise the training intensity,” he added.
As the mentor stated that Mntambo is not ready to play, the former Orlando Pirates star will miss an away tie against Stellenbosch FC on Saturday afternoon.
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