Sunderland face injury crisis ahead of Lech Poznan Europa clash

Summarised from 2 outlets · 10 reports · Updated 21 Oct, 23:15 · Archive

Sunderland could be without as many as eight players for Thursday's Europa League match against Lech Poznan.

Sunderland could be without as many as eight players for their Europa League match against Lech Poznan on Thursday, leaving manager Regis Le Bris with limited options in attack.

Forwards Brian Brobbey and Wilson Isidor are both dealing with minor injuries, though Isidor could return for the fixture. Brobbey suffered a hamstring injury during the international break after scoring a hat-trick against Manchester City earlier in the season. Defender Thomas Meunier is also unavailable after sustaining a hamstring injury against Brighton earlier this month.

Le Bris explained his decision to keep Brobbey out of the recent defeat to Bournemouth, saying: 'We decided not to rush the process. He is in a good place and has trained with the squad all week, but after a hamstring injury, it is still important to stay cautious. We have delayed his game time a little bit, but probably next week we will see him if everything is going right.' The manager will provide a fresh update on his squad from Poland before Thursday's match.

How it is being reported

• Lech Poznan star assesses Sunderland challengeSunderland will face Polish champions Lech Poznan in their last Europa League fixture on Thursday evening.Sunderland Echo · 21 Oct, 17:07
• Leeds United face potential triple injury blow as Daniel Farke awaits key decision ahead of Sunderland clashDaniel James could return for Leeds United at the Stadium of Light, while Sunderland have fitness decisions of their own ahead of Sunday’s meeting.Sunderland Echo · 21 Oct, 17:00
• Sunderland fans face passport requirement and ticket deadline for Lech Poznań trip in Europa LeagueSunderland supporters travelling to Poland must collect their tickets in person before Thursday’s deadline, with compulsory coaches also in place.Sunderland Echo · 21 Oct, 16:30
• Travel, best pubs & bars - Sunderland fan guide to Poznan as Black Cats prepare for latest Europa League testSunderland will face Polish champions Lech Poznan in their latest Europa League tie on Thursday evening.Sunderland Echo · 21 Oct, 15:00
• Early Sunderland injury update emerges ahead of Lech Poznan and Leeds United clashesSunderland are back in competitive action when they face Lech Poznan on ThursdaySunderland Echo · 21 Oct, 12:15
• 8 players could miss Lech Poznan vs Sunderland as Regis Le Bris suffers major injury headacheSunderland take on Lech Poznan looking to maintain their 100 per cent record in the Europa LeagueChronicleLive · 21 Oct, 10:32
• Sweden international poses threat to Sunderland after praise from Arsenal and Aston Villa starsSunderland travel to Polish champions Lech Poznan in their latest Europa League tie on Thursday.Sunderland Echo · 20 Oct, 18:00
• UEFA confirm officials for Sunderland's Europa League tie at Lech PoznanSunderland will take on Polish champions Lech Poznan in their latest Europa League tie on Thursday evening.Sunderland Echo · 20 Oct, 16:35
• Lech Poznan's form assessed as Sunderland prepare for next Europa League testSunderland will face Polish champions Lech Poznan on matchday three of the league phase of this season’s Europa League.Sunderland Echo · 19 Oct, 19:00
• Lech Poznan dealt injury blow as international striker ruled out of Sunderland clashThe latest injury news ahead of Sunderland’s Europa League tie at Polish champions Lech Poznan.Sunderland Echo · 19 Oct, 18:00

In this story: Sunderland · Lech Poznan · Regis Le Bris · Brian Brobbey · Wilson Isidor · Thomas Meunier · Poland

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