Millwall Manager Neil Prepares Squad Rotation for Bromley Friendly Amid Pre-Season Injury Concerns
Manager Neil also expects Femi Azeez and Alfie Doughty to be available after recovering from illness. Defender Dan Kelly presents a different challenge.
Millwall manager Neil has indicated that midfielder Tristan Crama and defender Caleb Taylor will feature in Tuesday's friendly fixture against Bromley, marking their return following absences from the club's 1-0 loss to Stevenage on the previous Saturday. The availability of these players represents a significant boost for the Lions during their pre-season preparations, though one squad member remains uncertain for the midweek contest.
Squad Status and Recovery Timeline
Both Crama and Taylor have been sidelined through the early stages of pre-season, but Neil confirmed their expected involvement is imminent. The manager told NewsAtDen that neither player is far away from full availability, signaling positive progress in their recovery protocols.
Midfielder Femi Azeez and winger Alfie Doughty, who both missed the Stevenage match due to illness, are anticipated to shake off their ailments in time for the Bromley encounter. Neil expressed confidence in their readiness, noting that both players should have recovered sufficiently from their recent health issues.
Defender Dan Kelly presents a different challenge. His availability remains more questionable, with Neil suggesting the coaching staff will need to assess his condition before confirming his participation against Bromley.
Pre-Season Disruptions Impact Planning
The Millwall boss expressed frustration with the fragmented nature of pre-season so far, emphasizing that the ideal preparation involves maintaining full squad availability throughout. The injuries and illnesses have forced tactical adjustments that Neil would prefer to avoid during this crucial developmental phase.
"The whole point of pre-season is you want to try and keep everybody fit and available from the start to the end," Neil explained. The manager acknowledged that circumstances have prevented that objective, but the imminent return of multiple players suggests the injury situation is stabilizing as the campaign approaches.
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