Bertrand Traoré
SUNBurkina Faso
Left
Sep 6, 1995
30
5'11"
161 lb
RW
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Not an option Saturday
Traore (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Manchester United.
Analysis: Traore has been unable to earn a place in the matchday squad for a second consecutive weekend despite coach Regis Le Bris suggesting he was in contention following his return from the knee issue that had kept him sidelined since early March. The forward had been taking a cautious approach to his reintegration after a difficult stretch with injuries since the start of the new year, and the club ultimately decided against including him despite the positive update earlier in the week. His availability for the final fixtures of the season will be monitored closely as Le Bris looks to have him contributing before the campaign concludes.
Back available against Man United
Traore (knee) is back available for Saturday's clash against Manchester United but is expected to start on the bench, according to coach Regis Le Bris, per Scott Wilson from Thenorthernecho. "I think it's fair to say, now, you have to show more during the training sessions. Maybe then you'll get some minutes and those opportunities will give you credit for the next one. That's more or less how we are working now."
Analysis: Traore's potential return is an encouraging development after being sidelined since early March in what has been a difficult stretch with injuries since the start of the new year. The forward was unable to earn a place in the matchday squad last weekend despite positive signs earlier in the week, with the club opting to take a cautious approach. Manager Regis Le Bris's latest comments suggest Traore is now in contention for Saturday's fixture, though a bench role appears the most likely scenario given the length of his absence.
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